Teaching Assistant

Brimble Hill School is a primary Education Provision (EP) for children and young people (CYP) with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD). We are a vibrant and caring community for pupils, aged 2 -11 and have been rated Good by Ofsted (2023).

We are in search of a

Teaching Assistant who

Is nurturing and empathetic

Has a great sense of humour

Is an adaptable, collaborative team player

Is patient with a flair for celebrating the smallest of successes

If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team. Our children are unique and need positive, supportive and fun Teaching Assistants who understand that our learning journeys are a bit different and that’s great!

Brimble Hill School is proud to be part of Brunel Academies Trust - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.What it’s like to work at

Brimble Hill

'I love Brimble Hill because no two days are the same, it is a busy but fun place to work. Everyone pulls together as one big family'.

'Brimble Hill is a very friendly environment to work in. All staff work together and put the children at the centre of what we do'.

'The staff are a wonderful team and the children are lovely. I love helping the children grow'

Interview

w.c 15.06.2026 or as applications are received

Note

Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Hours

32.5 per weekPlease see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingswindon @brunel.org.uk or 0 1793 286620 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

For any internal to Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingswindon @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.

Training

It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities

Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays

Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queriesExcellent pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Annual pay progression opportunities

Continuous Service date honoured

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the school office to arrange a visit.