Grade 1 Student Support Assistant (Core) 30 hours 50 minutes per week Salary Scale Point TA1 SCP 2-4 £17314 - £17861 Term time only 5 training days Required from September 2025. We are seeking a Grade 1 Student Support Assistant with the skills and experience to support the Curriculum Support team. The appointed person must be enthusiastic and motivated to support our students across the school. Applicants must like working with young people, be reliable, have a sense of humour and be able to work as a member of a team. The post will involve working with individual students with specific needs, behaviour issues and supporting groups with subject specific ‘catch-up programmes’ including delivering pre-planned interventions. The role may also involve the provision of personal care of children e.g. toileting. The role is a permanent and subject to successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. The working hours are 8.40am to 3.20pm Monday to Friday. A 30-minute break is included each day. A good general standard of education is also required (applicants must have minimum qualifications of GCSE grade C, or equivalent, in Maths and English). Relevant experience would be an advantage, although not essential. The school is vibrant and friendly with an atmosphere of optimism and a ‘can do’ attitude. The successful candidate is assured full support for the professional development of their skills and aptitudes. We seek a colleague who has: Strong problem-solving capability The temperament to work well under pressure Excellent communication/organisation skill The ability to relate well to students In return we offer: A professional working environment A welcoming, friendly and supportive culture Opportunities for personal development A commitment to balanced leadership This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS, where appropriate. Closing date for applications: Monday 30th June at 9.00am Further information and a non-teaching application form are available on the school website. CVs will not be accepted. Website: www.bewdley.worcs.sch.uk Email: office@bewdley.worcs.sch.uk