Teaching Assistant

Bracknell Forest; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A schools organization in Bracknell is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support teachers and help students progress in their learning. The role is part-time, with 27.5 hours per week during term time. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong initiative and the ability to manage challenging situations. Experience in a learning environment is essential, and training can be offered for those new to manual handling. Apply by 09:00 on 23 February 2026.

Benefits

Friendly working environment

Strong CPD programme

On-site gym facilities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children in a learning environment is essential.
• Willingness to receive training for manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in the classroom.
• Undertake programmes of work, care and support to enable pupils to progress in their learning.
• Deal with challenging situations confidently.

Skills

Reliability

Efficiency

Enthusiasm

Initiative

Confidence

Experience with manual handling

Job description

• Location: Garth Hill College, Bull Lane, Bracknell
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 27.5 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 23/02/2026 at 09:00
• Reference: Sec/26/330740

Garth Hill College are seeking to appoint a reliable, efficient and enthusiastic person to the position of Teaching Assistant. We would also welcome applications for those looking for less than 27.5 hours per week.

The role involves assisting the teacher in the classroom, and undertaking programmes of work, care and support to enable pupils to progress in their learning. The successful candidate will possess the initiative, skills and confidence to deal with challenging situations. We would also be interested in applications from candidates who have had training or experience with manual handling or who would be willing to receive training.

Prospective candidates are advised to study the person specification and job description for this post carefully. Experience of working with or caring for children in a learning environment is essential.

Pupils enjoy coming to this inclusive, friendly school. (Ofsted, October 2024)

Garth Hill is a happy and vibrant place of learning with a strong team ethos, excellent facilities and an exceptional professional development programme with great opportunities for further career development.

• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Strong CPD programme
• Highly effective behaviour and inclusion system with ‘send out’ and support
• On-site gym with rowing machines, cross trainer, spin bikes and free weights

We are proud to be a genuinely comprehensive school and offer a wide and diverse range of excellent opportunities, inside and outside the classroom, that we believe enable our young people to develop exceptionally well both academically and personally.

Garth Hill College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices share this commitment.

This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) young people. You will need to tell us about any spent convictions or cautions, which may later appear on your DBS Certificate.

Only applications submitted on the College’s application form will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS 09H00 ON 23 FEBRUARY 2026.

INTERVIEWS ARE TO BE HELD ON MONDAY 2 MARCH 2026.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.

Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.

Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.