Job Description

Salary: NJC 7 (30,285 FTE; Actual salary 21,831)


Benefits: Generous pension, condensed school year, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

Headteacher - Paul Grills

We are seeking a Specialist Support Tutor for the SRP to join our team at Teddington School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting students with additional SEMH needs in the SRP as they learn with their adapted curriculum. You will be able to demonstrate that you can offer strong one-on-one and small group support and are able to adapt to situations as they arise to support the needs of each student. This is an exciting opportunity to move into specific support for Teddington school. Responsible for providing highly effective, targeted provision and care to pupils, in support of and under the guidance of Teachers and Senior Leaders, in order to raise standards of achievement for pupils to become independent learners. Ensuring the effective support of pupil welfare and the inclusion of all pupils in all aspects of school life in line with school and Trust policies, promoting the ethos and the values of the school and Bourne Education Trust.

About Teddington School

Teddington School is a large, inclusive secondary school located in the leafy borough of Richmond Upon Thames, on the outskirts of London. We are proud of our core values of Inclusion, Opportunity, and Excellence, which guide everything we do.


In recent years, we have become the school of choice for our local community, known for providing a highly professional, friendly environment where students and staff can thrive.


Our 'Teddington Pillars' underpin our commitment to an excellent, well-rounded education for all students. We firmly believe that every child is entitled to an education that combines academic rigour, breadth of curriculum, and abundant opportunities - enabling them to leave us as healthy, future-ready learners, fully prepared for their future.


Our modern campus and outstanding facilities support a broad and balanced curriculum, preparing students to be healthy learners, well-rounded global citizens. We are committed to developing the whole child, beyond academic achievements and place huge value on personal development and enrichment


As part of Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, staff benefit from a robust support network in a collaborative environment. We're committed to creating a community where students, staff, and families proudly contribute to both the school and wider community through "transforming schools...changing lives."

Details

Job title:

Specialist Support Tutor for the SRP

Location:

Teddington, TW11 9PJ

Contract:

Permanent, term time (37 weeks per annum)

Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:10am-3:10pm, 40 minute lunch

Salary:

30,285 FTE; Actual salary 21,831

Start date:

2nd Feburary 2026

Benefits

Generous workplace pension through LGPS Condensed school year, including two week half term in October Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme Occupational sick pay Welcoming staff community Staff wellbeing programme led by staff, for staff

Key responsibilities include:

orking as part of a team, under the direction of the responsible Teacher, support teaching provision, development and implementation of learning for pupils. Under the guidance of the responsible Teacher, facilitate the learning of individual pupils and groups, setting high expectations and promoting positive attitudes to learning. Prepare, plan and deliver specific intervention programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil response and need.

Requirements include:

Essential

Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children. GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent appropriate qualification). Ability to evidence effective continuous professional development.

Desirable

Relevant experience of working with children in an education setting

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:


Reflective, optimistic and aspirational Collaborative and innovative Committed, engaged and professional Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 5th January 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

School

Teddington School

Location

Broom Road, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9PJ

School type

Secondary, Academies

Job Posted

11/12/2025

Role

Teaching Assistant

Subject

Curriculum Support

Employment type

Term time

Closing date

05/01/2026

Start date

02/02/2026

Job reference

SST/SRP/122025