Teaching Assistant Level 3
How to Apply - Only applications received on Bracknell Forest application forms will be considered.
Safeguarding Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. If you are successful in being shortlisted for this position, you will be required to complete a self-declaration formTo find out more about the application process for working with children, young people and adults at risk visit https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/jobs/policies-relating-job-applications/applications-work-those-risk
The Bracknell Forest Safeguarding Board (BFSB) oversees the safety and well-being of children in Bracknell Forest - https://bracknellforestsafeguarding.org.uk/
Equal Opportunities - We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.
Disability - We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.
We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.
Pre–employment medical check - As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.
The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.
References - On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.
Employment - Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.
Teaching Assistant With SEND/SALT and Level Three Qualification
The Pines School is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant with SEND/SALT experience with a level 3 qualification to join our friendly hard-working team. We are looking for someone who can run specific speech and language interventions as directed by our fabulous SENCO. You will be mostly running interventions however there will be some class based work. You will receive training to ensure you can fulfil this role fully and will be supported by the class staff and the leadership team. You will need to be committed, have a sense of humour and have boundless energy.
The successful candidate will join a team who are passionate about engaging and inspiring young people in their learning and will have experience of working with primary age range children.
The Pines is a vibrant Primary school with a Nursery. We are well resourced and we have extensive outside space along with a Specialist Resource Provision. There are currently 280 children on roll.
The school is located in the Hanworth estate which is on the outskirts of Bracknell town and is within very easy access of many amenities. We have on-site parking and are on a bus route within 20mins of the town centre. We also have a local shop within walking distance of the school. The 'Look Out’ environmental area, Bracknell Sports Centre and Swimming Pool, David Lloyd Health Club, the South Hill Park Theatre & Arts Centre are all well within walking distance with skating, bowling, cinemas and a leisure pool nearby.
We need a Teaching Assistant who:
- Has experience of working with children with SEND and/or speech and language difficulties
- Can provide tailored support for children under the guidance of our team, enabling children to access the curriculum
- Has the willingness to work with others and learn
- Is calm, patient and kind
- Has the ability, enthusiasm and is able to work as part of a team
Our children would like someone who:
- Makes us feel safe and understands us
- Is kind, even if we make the wrong choices
- Has high expectations for us
- Who helps us to feel confident to take risks, to challenge ourselves and who believes we can achieve
We can offer you:
- An inclusive ethos
- Happy, motivated children who enjoy coming to school
- A caring, committed team of staff
- A commitment to professional development for all staff
- Supportive teams who work well together
Closing date: 15th July, midday. However, applications will be reviewed upon submittal, and we may close the advert early.
Interviews: Week Commencing 20th July
Start date: September 1st 2026
Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm, 32.5 hours per week, term time + 3 days
Bracknell Grade I: SCP6 – SCP8 £25,989 - £26,824 + London Weighting pro rata
Actual Salary: approx. £13.84 – £14.27 per hour – pending April 2026 pay award.
At The Pines we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment, which includes an online search.
Salary range
- £13.84 - £14.27 per hour