The Beacon School
Teaching Assistant (Part-time)
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Are you passionate about transforming young lives through education?
If you share our vision of supporting students’ learning, social, and emotional development in a nurturing and high-performing environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Teaching Assistant – Part-Time Role (18 hours/week)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and proactive Teaching Assistant to work collaboratively with the Class Teacher, enhancing student welfare, progress, and attainment. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to:
- Support the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality instruction
- Assist students with specialist classroom needs, including social-emotional support and academic challenges
- Develop a passion for student-centred learning
- Innovate in small-group interventions outside the classroom based on individual needs
- Contribute to improved life chances for all students
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative workspace—delivering both individualised support and collective classroom management.
What We’re Looking For
Core Skills & Attributes
- Passion for teaching and student development, especially in SEN (Special Educational Needs) mainstream settings
- Adaptability and resilience—the ability to think creatively and respond to changing learning needs on the fly
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across age groups, families, and colleagues
- Fluency in core academic subjects:
- Strong English and Mathematics ability (equivalent to a GCSE pass)
- Strong ICT proficiency, including both essential office-based and educational technology tools
- Empathy and emotional intelligence—calm, patient, and attuned to student welfare and behaviour needs
- Professional approachability—respectful, consistently positive, and relatable to young people
- Commitment to continual professional development and willingness to grow alongside the team
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About The Beacon School
Part of GLF Schools, we are a community-focused Multi-Academy Trust delivering exceptional education across the southern UK.
✅ Committed to excellence in student progress and wellbeing ✅ Empowering teachers with high-quality training, certifications, and enrolment in a dynamic learning system ✅ Values-led approach: Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Kindness (RIK) guide our collaboration
From personalised learning pathways to massive career advancement within the trust, GLF prioritises the growth of all staff.
GLF Schools: A Thriving Community of 2,000+ Combining Purpose & Innovation
Join us to:
- Transform education as part of a flourishing network of 43 schools
- Shape your career—with clear performance dialogue and unlimited progression through 43 academies
- Belong to a Communitarian family with shared values, while cherishing each school’s unique identity
Join Our Community: A Real-Impact, Well-Supported Workplace
💼 Our commitment to you GLF Schools invests in employees with a holistic rewards package:
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👉 Competitive National Pension Scheme – Tax efficient savings for retirement.
👉 Flexible working – Arrangements tailored to recognise and respect life circumstances.
👉 Extensive annual leave – Above statutory levels where applicable.
👉 Family-supportive policies – Helping employees balance work and personal life.
👉 Empowering educator health – Wellbeing initiatives that actively enhance staff physical and mental health.
👉 Progressive career pathways – Development programs that align with your long-term goals.
👉 Community collaboration – Dynamic partnerships and tutorials (1-on-1 coaching) linked to professional growth.
👉 Staff wellness portal – Access to schemes that enhance work-life integration.
Key Details
- Start Date: September 2026
- Salary (AT Salary): £23,970 (Associate 2.2) Actual Starting Salary: £10,286.54 for 18 hours/week
- Contract Hours: 18 hours per week (over 4 days)
- Term-time only: 39 weeks per academic year
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Closing Date: Thursday 9th July at 9.30am
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Interested? Visit our [Join Our Community Candidate Pack] (provides further details) or apply via our internal recruitment link (Provide contact info).
Connect with us today to become part of a Crusader-on-a-mission school, making real-world impact daily.
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