Job Description

Bristol Grammar School is seeking a temporary, part-time, Maths specialist Learning Support Teaching Assistant (KS2), from November 2025.


Teaching assistants (TAs) are integral members of the Infant and Junior Staff team and play a full part in the life of the School. The primary duties of a Learning Support TA are to support the learning of children in the classroom and with small group work.


This part-time position is to enable children (particularly in Years 3 - 6) who may be experiencing difficulties in their learning, to be supported and encouraged to progress so that they can achieve their full academic potential. The post-holder is likely to be based in the Junior School, but may be asked to work in the Infant School as required.


Please check the for more details.


Applications will be reviewed once submitted and suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date. The School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made, therefore applicants are encouraged to apply early if interested.

About Bristol Grammar School (BGS)

BGS is a large and thriving school with approximately 1,350 pupils aged between 4 to 18. We value our warm, vibrant and positive learning community, a place where pupils become accountable for themselves, responsible for others and empowered to have a voice and a role in the many activities and endeavours that make our School such a unique and exciting place.

School Mission

To provide an exceptional and rounded education to those who might benefit from it, regardless of their background and financial means.


We welcome applicants from all communities, and particularly from individuals who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours.

Equal Opportunities

The School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage / civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

Bristol Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In accordance with our Child Protection Policy we are unable to process applications without a fully completed application form. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as spent must be declared when applying. The applicant may post such a declaration in an envelope marked Private & confidential for the Headmaster which will only be opened should the candidate be shortlisted. The successful applicant must obtain List 99 clearance and DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance at enhanced level. This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children, it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.