Role: Teaching Assistant L2
Salary: Grade 4 (SCP 4-6), £25,185 - £25989 FTE per annum, pro rata £18,900 - £19,503 pa
Hours: 32.5hour per week
Contract Type: Temporary, Term time plus two days INSET
Positions: 5
Welcome to Bowland High School
We have an excellent opportunity for a successful candidate to be able to work in our fantastic school amongst a team of dedicated staff and with pupils who are keen and ready to learn. As our Ofsted inspection in December 2022 pointed out: ‘Pupils at Bowland High enjoy coming to school, pupils feel happy and safe, the curriculum is ambitious for all pupils, pupils behave well in lessons and are eager to learn and pupils are focused and attentive in their learning.’
If you want to work in a school where investment in staff development is strong, where pupils are polite and respectful and in a location of outstanding natural beauty then this could be the job for you. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a growing department as the school increases in numbers.
Mrs Fielden- Head teacher
Our school:
• A highly successful and oversubscribed specialist school
• High academic achievement
• Innovative, modern and exciting learning environments
• Spectacular rural location
• A strong sense of community, in a safe and caring environment
• Supportive and dynamic work teams
The person:
• A team player with good communication skills
• The ability to work with autonomy in a helpful and diplomatic manner
• A sound understanding of a school environment
• A strong sense of professional integrity
• The ability to adapt to a wide range of duties
Our promise:
• A commitment to professional development
• A highly supportive SEND Team
• A Senior Leadership Team that is receptive to fresh approaches and innovations
We understand how important choosing the right school is and so, on behalf of our children and staff, we warmly invite you to visit our school and experience for yourself the quality of education we offer.
Closing date for applications: 19.06.26 12 noon
Interviews: Week Commencing 22.06.26
All information can be found on the school website: www.bowland.tctrust.org.uk For an informal discussion please contact Janet Sharpe, Office manager on 01200 441374 jsharpe@bowland.atctrust.org.uk or Hilary Kellow, SENCO.
About Bowland High School
Bowland High is a co-educational secondary academy based in Grindleton, near Clitheroe in Lancashire, for students aged 11-16. It is a non-denominational school.
Bowland High overlooks the River Ribble and Pendle Hill from an elevated position.
Bowland High believes that because it is a small school, it is much easier for staff to get to know all pupils. The whole school community is able to understand the specific needs and interests of individual students and to monitor their progress. The secondary school aims for its pupils to thrive in a secure environment, where students learn from each other as well as from their teachers.
Bowland High prides itself on being a school founded on mutual respect and responsibility, with high standards of behaviour. It considers itself to be forward-looking, but it is also proud of and true to its heritage.
About Achievement through Collaboration Multi Academy Trust
At Achievement through Collaboration - we do what it says on the tin! We collaborate to achieve.
We collaborate because we believe that every child has the right to a powerful education, an education that they value and are proud of, an education that can genuinely shape a positive future for themselves and for society.
We collaborate because we know that education has the power to transform lives for the better.
We collaborate because we know that meaningful collaboration between professionals and between schools can accelerate the positive impact a great education can have.
If you share our values and are committed to ensuring that our children have the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and character to shape future success, we look forward to hearing from you!
Jane Chambers
Chief Executive Officer
Our commitment
We are committed to:
- Safeguarding and putting children at the heart of everything we do. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment safeguarding checks, including on line checks.
- Supporting flexible working for all roles and welcome applications from those who wish to work flexibly.
- Eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We are committed to a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment and we strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel they achieve, belong and collaborate.
- Supporting colleagues - we offer a wide range of staff benefits available to all colleagues working within our family of schools.
Due to the nature of this role, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires enhanced DBS certificate/barred list check. It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are on a barred list.
If you have any difficulties accessing our recruitment portal or completing the application form please contact 01924 907319.