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Melksham House School, part of Brunel Education, is a specialist provision that provides education for children and young people with complex social, emotional and/or mental health or medical needs which have prevented them from successfully engaging in or attending school. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all our pupils, aged 4 to 18. Our focus is on children and young people who present with an Emotional Based School Avoidance (EBSA) profile, and we understand that everyone is unique, with their own strengths, challenges, and needs.
We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Senior Pupil Coach (Senior Teaching Assistants) to play a key role in supporting the development of our nurturing and high-impact learning environment.
We’re looking for people who:
1. Have substantial experience working with children or young people in an educational or pastoral setting
2. Have a strong understanding of SEN, trauma-informed practice, or behaviour support (training will also be provided)
3. Can communicate with clarity, compassion, and confidence
4. Are solution-focused, emotionally resilient, and driven by a belief in every child’s potential
5. Hold relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy, any Level 3 qualification)
If the above describes you, we would love to hear from you.
Experience: Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities, qualifications required, 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.
Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Monday – 08:30-15:30
Tuesday - 08:30-15:30
Wednesday – 08:30 – 16:00
Thursday – 08:30 – 15:30
Friday - – 08:30 – 15:00
Interviews: 28.01.2026
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 resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk 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 resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.
Benefits
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Education has a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
6. Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
7. Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
8. Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
9. 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 queries
10. Excellent pension scheme
11. Free on-site parking
12. Annual pay progression opportunities
13. Continuous Service date honoured
Safeguarding Statement
Melksham House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.