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Job title: Education Support Assistant
Salary: CSET10 £25,584 FTE, £19,329 prorated
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year (term time only + INSET)
Contract Type: Fixed term until 31/08/2026
Location: The Castle School, BS35 1HT
About the role
The ideal person will reinforce the excellent work of the teaching staff by supporting the individual both within and outside of the classroom environment. You will be a professional role model to the pupils, with the confidence to challenge and the creativity to motivate. Your key role will be delivering targeted interventions to identified students who need additional support with maintaining high expectations as directed, and help identify personal aspirations. You will work as part of a team to promote the emotional, physical and educational development of pupils, including those with special needs.
About you
We are looking for someone, keen to support students to have the full school experience regardless of needs. Previous experience of working with children is essential. You will need to be patient, student-centred and have excellent communications skills. A good standard of Education, specifically in English and Maths, is essential. You will also be keen to learn and progress.
About us
Here at The Castle School, situated in the leafy suburbs of Thornbury, we are proud of our strong track record of academic achievement and pastoral care for our students. We are passionate about teaching and learning; our students’ experience of education has a long-lasting impact and prepares them for life beyond school.
At the heart of what we do is our vision to be an exceptional school at the heart of the community where every student has the curiosity, skills and confidence to make the world a better place.
We value kindness, fairness and aspiration and expect that our students and staff will work hard, will be kind and will be respectful to one another.
We can offer you:
1. A commitment to CPD and development of allow all staff to thrive, including collaborative support within the school and the Trust
2. Commitment to inclusivity and fostering of diversity
3. Values, ethos and vision that are lived
4. An open and honest culture
5. Local Government pension with up to 19% Employer contributions
6. Up to 30% discount with Microsoft & Dell
7. Discounted gym membership
8. Life Assurance - 3 x Death in Service
9. Cycle to work scheme
10. Dedicated counselling service
In order to apply for this role please complete an application form by 9am, 8th July. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process.
Please know that depending on the number of applications received we may decide to close the advert early. If you do not hear from us by a week after the closing date then please assume that you have not been shortlisted for an interview. We wish you all the best in your future and ask that you join our E-Teach Talent Pool so as to keep up to date with all of our latest current opportunities.
Join us in Providing a Great Education for Every Child
CSET is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils.
Safeguarding Statement
CSET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of this commitment any job offer will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, which will include an enhanced DBS check for the children’s workforce and a Children’s Barred List check.