CBJS Teaching Assistant 28

Contract Type:
Fixed Term

Education Phases:
Primary;

Working Patterns:
Part-Time;

Key Stagess:
Ks2;

Final date to receive applications:
Monday, 12th October 2026

Interview Date: 16th October 2026

Expected Working

Start Date:

9th November 2026

Is a Shared Job:
No

At Carrant Brook Junior School we are committed to providing a safe, happy environment which stimulates, challenges and motivates our children to develop their independence, responsibility and respect. We are closely aligned with Northway Infant School, with our joint ethos being 'Together we SHINE. It is at the heart of everything that we do, encouraging every child to SHINE in their own unique and individual way and to be Safe, Happy, Independent, Never give up and Excel to be the best they can be.

We pride ourselves on the positive relationships we have with our parents, other local settings and our local Northway community. Our schools are at the centre of our local community. Our ‘Community Curriculum’ therefore ensures that our two schools celebrate the surrounding community by championing local people, places and culture and believe it prepares our children for life-long learning and equips them with the resilience to achieve success.

Carrant Brook Junior School is situated on the outskirts of the historic Gloucestershire town of Tewkesbury. We are fortunate in having such a wonderful town nearby which is a constant source of historic information and provides access to local artists, community groups, historical buildings and local expertise. We are part of the GLA trust, where we all work together to 'Champion Children'!

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and must ensure that the highest priority is given following the guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Baring Service and qualification checks. The GLA is an equal opportunities employer.

2 8.75 hours per week ( 8: 30 - 15:15 M , T, W, F & 8 :30-14:00 Th )

Working Weeks – 3 9 ( term time plus INSET )

Contract status – Fixed term until 31/08/2027

Unqualified - Grade 3, point 4 (starting Salary £17,349)

Interview date: 16/10/2026

At Carrant Brook Junior School, we work Together to SHINE, creating a safe, happy and ambitious environment where every child can succeed. Be part of a nurturing and ambitious school where independence, responsibility and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for a teaching assistant, with a passion for pastoral support, who will:

• Help build pupil's confidence, independence and resilience as part of our SHINE values
• Be caring and motivated to enable children to Excel
• Contribute to, support and lead on areas of positive, inclusive and stimulating environments within classrooms, social times, 1:1 and group work
• Work across the school and different year groups to support best practice and strategies
• Is enthusiastic, motivated, and committed
• Works well as part of a team
• Has strong communicatio n and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, caring, and adaptable
• Is passionat e about helping every child achieve their potentia l

• A warm, welcoming environment plus a support, wider community of eleven schools
• Excellent professional development and career pathway opportunities
• Collaboration with, and support from, schools across the Trust
• 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support