Senior Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Teaching Assistant. Connex supports EYFS/Primary and Secondary aged children & young people (CYP are Secondary age but are working at Primary level). Please state in your personal statement which age group you would like to support.

Connex is an Alternative Provision offering personalised and bespoke curriculums to our children and young people who have a range of special educational needs. We support our Bespoke SEND Learners, ranging in age from EYFS to Key Stage 4, in small groups or as individuals, along with supporting them in their mainstream schools and settings through our Outreach Services.

Connex is on an exciting journey of growth and transformation! We are doubling in size next year and moving to a brand-new building. This expansion will allow us to enhance our provision, support more children and young people, and create an inspiring environment where they can thrive. Join us on this exciting journey and help us to shape our future. 

We are in search of a dedicated and passionate Senior Teaching Assistant. If you:

• Have a resilient and proactive attitude
• Are passionate and creative 
• Are a flexible team-player
• Are ready to make their mark on a new school
• Then we’d love to hear from you!

Our children and young people are unique and need positive, supportive and fun Senior Teaching Assistants who appreciate that their learning journeys can be a bit different and strive to meet the needs of our students.

Connex is proud to be part of Brunel Education - a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our students within our SEND, CofE and mainstream EPs.

Interview:  w.c. 19.05.2025 or as received

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingswindon@brunel.org.uk or 01793 268820 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.

Hours: 32.5 per week (Part time hours will be considered)

Start Date: 01 September 2025

Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.

Brunel employees, please contact the Resourcing Team for an internal application form.

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Discounts with Swindon Designer Outlet Village
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Excellent pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. We encourage you to learn more about us through our website, and contact the provision office to arrange a visit.

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.