Ballard School
Hampshire
Salary:
Competitive
Job type:
Full Time, Part Time, Fixed Term
Apply by:
14 October 2025
Job overview
Required to start as soon as possible, we are seeking a Teaching Assistant to support pupils in our Senior School. Applicants must be confident in supporting academic subjects, including Maths, up to and including GCSE level.
The available role is for 4 days per week hours per week), term time only (35.4 weeks per year). The working hours are 8.30am – 3.30pm (with 30 minutes lunch) and 1 day (Thursday), 8.30am – 12.45pm.
We would also consider a job share in this position so applicants looking for part-time work are also welcome.
This is a fixed term contract until 31st August 2026.
About us
Ballard is a thriving independent school, set in 34 acres, situated on the Hampshire/Dorset border, between the New Forest and the Solent with excellent transport links. Ballard offers an inclusive working environment with exceptional facilities, including a Performing Arts Centre and an Olympic-sized Astroturf.
At Ballard, we believe abilities and intelligence are not fixed – all can flourish and excel when given the tools and environment to develop self-knowledge and resilience. We provide a vast array of opportunities, including over 150 co-curricular weekly activities, but it is how we empower and inspire our pupils to seize them, that we believe sets us apart.
It is an exciting time to be joining Ballard, having just been named Independent Co-educational School of the Year. The School places great emphasis on supporting and developing its staff so that the best possible educational provision is provided throughout the three pillars of the School; Pastoral, Academic and Co-Curricular. We consistently achieve excellent results, including a record set of GCSE grades in 2024. Furthermore, we are still gaining enquiries from prospective parents across all age groups, with waiting lists in some year groups.
How to apply
Applicants must fully complete the Ballard School Support Staff Application Form and send it to
Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday 14th October 2025.
Interviews: TBC.
The School retains the right to interview and appoint at any time during the application process, so early applications are advisable.
The successful candidate will be required to complete and sign a medical form.
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. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including digital screening (to include online searches of candidates) and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (Enhanced Disclosure).
Ballard School is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
"By educating the whole child, we develop well-rounded individuals, fully equipped to deal with college, careers and community. Alongside inspiring lessons, our extensive co-curricular programme encourages pupils to find their niche, improve skills, develop talents, or discover a new passion. Years of experience enable us to nurture each child to be the best they can be, adding value to their GCSEs and helping them with those all-important next steps."
Mr Andrew McCleave, Headmaster.
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About Ballard School
Ballard School
Fernhill Lane, New Milton
Hampshire
BH25 5SU
United Kingdom
Introduction
Ballard is a thriving day school from Nursery to GCSE, set in 34 acres on the Dorset/Hampshire border. "A warm, friendly school in a glorious setting, where pupils enjoy their learning, throw themselves into a plethora of activities and have fun." (Good Schools Guide)
We are delighted to have been named Co-educational School of the Year at this year's Independent School of the Year Awards, having reached the finals for Sport and Performing Arts We have also reached the finals of MTI's Musical Theatre Provision and were finalists in this year's ISA's Award for Design.
"Ballard is delighted to be recognised alongside such prestigious schools. This award reflects the strength of our wonderful community - dedicated staff who go the extra mile, parents who wholeheartedly embrace our ethos, and, of course, our positively thriving and happy children." Mr Andrew McCleave, Headmaster.
So, what makes an award-winning education? At Ballard, we believe abilities and intelligence are not fixed – all can flourish and excel when given the tools and environment to develop self-knowledge and resilience. We offer a vast array of opportunities, including over 155 co-curricular activities but what sets us apart is how we empower and inspire our pupils to seize them.
Co-education is at the heart of Ballard's inclusive philosophy. All pupils are equal, learning with and from each other, through collaboration and lively competition. In an atmosphere of inclusivity and kindness, every child is stretched in their talents and encouraged to tackle what doesn't come easily. Boy, girl, expert, novice - no subject nor interest is beyond reach.
PSHE (Y1-11), encourages mutual understanding, with pupils emboldened to take charge of their lives and make positive choices, supported by strong proactive pastoral care. For example, our 'Ballard on Board' programme helps pupils to understand and navigate the complexities of friendship and find their own solutions. Pupil voice is listened to, inspiring many initiatives including Ballard's eco agenda
The success of our approach is reflected in Ballard's GCSE results: with a 95% pass rate (9-4) and an average 0.79 added value for each pupil, across all subjects Inspirational teachers give up weekends and holidays to provide additional revision sessions.
Staff believe in Ballard's mission - to ensure that no child gets left behind, encouraging pupils to think of others, contribute positively and make the world better. Their values - The Ballard 'Be's – are instilled from the start with new pupils quickly feeling that they belong. When they leave at Year 11, Ballard pupils do so with a powerful sense of self, equipped to build a bright future in our fast-changing world.
Meet the Head
"When I first arrived at Ballard, I was immediately struck by its busy, purposeful atmosphere and the warm welcome I received. The girls and boys I met shook me by the hand, looked me in the eye and told me everything I needed to know about the School.
At Ballard we encourage our pupils to express themselves confidently, to develop their leadership skills and to be ambitious, all within a nurturing and supportive environment. When I talk to the young people here, they describe a Ballard pupil as one who will "enjoy the challenge" and "set the bar high". Ballard is proud to educate pupils with a range of academic abilities, and we do so within a culture of aspiration for all; teachers here will stretch, challenge and support in equal measure. I have always been a great believer that happy, confident, respectful and busy children will do well academically so it is no wonder that our GCSE results continue to be at the forefront of comparable local schools and well in excess of the national average.
More importantly, this all happens within an ethos of respect, kindness and responsibility. The key to Ballard's success lies in its values and culture, and in the positivity of its community. Whether it's the staff who support and educate, the pupils who strive and delight, or the parents who so vitally connect home and school life, we all play a crucial role in shaping the School. Ballard's ambition to instil in their pupils a strong moral compass, a respect for others, and an imperative to make a worthwhile contribution to the community all help foster a happy, supportive and successful School.
We were hugely proud of our "excellent & outstanding" ISI and OFSTED inspection report. The School was awarded the highest grade possible in every category; a real testament to the hard work and passion of all our staff."
Andrew McCleave
ISI
"Pupils are reflective and have high levels of self-esteem and empathy. They are highly successful in displaying these characteristics through academic study as well as the wealth of sporting, performing arts and extra-curricular opportunities in which they participate." ISI
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