Teaching Assistant

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The Bridge School

Chadwick Road, Astmoor, Runcorn, WA7 1PW

The Bridge School is a Pupil Referral Unit for KS3 & KS4 students. The school is excited to offer the opportunity for two outstanding and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join us on the next stage of our transformational journey.

We are looking for an inspirational and caring professionals who are passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve success. Candidates will have a proven ability to build positive relationships with students and will be committed to helping every learner engage, progress and thrive both academically and personally.

Since the appointment of new senior leadership in September 2025, the school has embarked on an exciting journey with a revolutionary new curriculum offer and extended opportunities for students to achieve. Our school is committed to staff development and wellbeing, including additional paid wellbeing days off, praise and rewards, and a forward-thinking leadership team that continually seeks ways to reduce workload and support staff.

The roles come with the opportunity to work closely with students across the school, supporting learning, engagement and personal development. We are looking for people who can help create a positive and inclusive learning environment, working alongside teachers to ensure students access the curriculum successfully and develop the skills and confidence needed to achieve their full potential.

Here at The Bridge School, we are all passionate about developing, supporting and working with some of the most vulnerable students in Halton. We genuinely believe that we are changing lives every day. The students at The Bridge School exhibit social, emotional and mental health needs which can present through a range of behaviours. We therefore require professionals who are confident, patient, adaptable and skilled in supporting young people with a wide range of needs.

As successful applicants, you will have the skills to engage and support students who may have experienced difficulties in education and who may lack confidence, motivation or resilience. You will be able to identify individual strengths and barriers to learning, implementing innovative and creative strategies to help students access learning and make progress. We are looking for someone who can quickly establish positive relationships, motivate students and encourage them to believe in their own abilities and potential.

You will support students both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, working collaboratively with teaching staff to deliver high-quality learning experiences. In exceptional circumstances, you may also support students accessing learning remotely or through alternative provision, helping to ensure continuity of education and engagement.

Successful candidates should have the skills and personality to develop professional and sustainable relationships with both staff and students. Being positive, calm, resilient, consistent and reliable are essential qualities. You will play a key role in supporting students' social, emotional and mental health development, helping them to develop positive behaviours, increase engagement and experience success both in and beyond the classroom.

You will work closely with our teachers, Key Workers, pastoral staff and senior leaders to provide personalised support for individual students. The ability to work effectively as part of a team, whilst demonstrating initiative and flexibility, is essential.

This is an incredible opportunity to join an exceptional team within a small but vibrant school setting and to have a significant impact on the life outcomes of the young people in our care. We are a proud team who welcome passion, commitment and a determination to overcome barriers and create positive change.

It is highly advisable to arrange a visit to the school, where we would be happy to answer any questions. Please contact the Headteacher, Aarron Stafford, at admin@thebridge.halton.sch.uk. He will be happy to speak to you in detail about the post.

You should note that, if successful, you will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check or Enhanced DBS Check for Regulated Activity. Further information about DBS checks can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

The Council and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.