Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an inspiring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join us for a fixed term period from 2 September 2025.


The successful candidate will be used to the busy life of a school but looking to work in an environment which puts the child first. The ability to forge good working relationships which respond to the pastoral and educational needs of the individual in an agile way is paramount. Teaching Assistants are a vital part of the classroom environment and valued as such.


Bedales Pre-prep is the foundation of our children's education and an introduction to the principle that underpins the school - learning as part of a wider community characterised by trust, mutual respect and shared creative endeavour. Set in the heart of the beautiful Hampshire countryside, our aim is to nurture children who are rounded, confident, inquisitive and kind to others, and who can challenge themselves in a safe environment without fear of failure. Central to our success is the sense that each person is a member of our community whose voice is entitled to be heard and treated with respect. Both our staff and students expect of each other the best kind of relationships - co-operative, authentic and trustful. We focus on the journey - fun and adventure is at the core of all we do!

Experience & Background

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about working with children and have a patient, caring and supportive approach with the ability to recognise how classroom learning should be adapted to meet the child's needs. You will have secure Maths and English standards along with a functional understanding of ICT, as the job will involve using Email, Microsoft Office Suite, and the school's MIS (training provided).

This post is Regulated Activity.

Hours of Work

The post is for 37.5 hours per week, term time only, working Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00.

Salary

The full-time equivalent salary is 25,087 per annum.


The pro-rata total salary for the fixed term contract, based on a start date of 2 September 2025 and ending on 2 July 2026 with the above hours and weeks of work, is 17,999 per annum (inclusive of holiday pay).

Benefits

Free on-site parking Funded Healthcare Cash Plan Pension with Royal London Salary Extras Benefits Platform Employee Assistance Programme Free lunch is provided during term time On-site nursery (subject to availability) Gymnasium & swimming pool

Pre-Appointment Checks

All candidates will undergo a Safeguarding Suitability Interview and application for an Enhanced DBS and Barred List check and be asked to provide evidence they are eligible to work in the UK, on an on-going basis, at the shortlist stage of the selection process.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this post please read the which includes full details regarding the post. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, CVs cannot be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application form.

Closing date: 9:00am Friday 20 June 2025

Application discussion reviews: on a rolling basis during the advertising period

Formal interview date: 24 and 25 June 2025

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period. Early application is advised as Bedales reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the application process.


Job related enquiries for the Recruiting manager can be forwarded via Kellie Potts, Head's PA, via email to: kpotts@bedales.org.uk.


All other enquiries relating to the recruitment process, should be forwarded to recruitment@bedales.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement:

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Prohibition from Teaching Checks, Prohibition from Management Checks.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include: + Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children;
+ fostering a culture of openness, safety, equality and protection;
+ providing a safe and welcoming environment where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk and believe that they are being listened to;
+ playing a key role in prevention of harm and an equal responsibility to act on any suspicion or disclosure that may indicate a child is at risk of harm;
+ When concerned about the welfare of a student, acting in the best interests of the student
All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children and are expected to act in accordance with the school Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job candidates to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.