EAL Intervention Lead

Salary: £26,278

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

Headteacher - Jonathon Lisseman

We are seeking an EAL Intervention Lead/Teaching Assistant to join our team at Twickenham School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

As an EAL Intervention Lead/TA, you will be responsible for delivering highly effective, targeted provision and care for pupils under the guidance of teachers and senior leaders. The role provides focused support for pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL), helping them access the curriculum, integrate into school life, and make academic and social progress.

About Twickenham School

Twickenham School is a high-performing mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16 in Twickenham, south west London. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Guided by our core values of Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, and Empathy, we strive for excellence in everything we do.

We offer a broad and balanced curriculum designed to stretch and challenge every student, fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Our facilities are among the best in the borough, with the building completely rebuilt in 2015, upgraded in 2018, and further investments planned. The new Aspire centre, opened in September 2022, and the new drama studio will be opened in September 2025.

Details

Position: EAL Intervention Lead & Teaching Assistant

Contract: Term time, permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £26,278

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare and deliver tailored interventions based on individual needs and The Bell Foundation framework
• Assess pupils for English proficiency and track progress regularly. Ensure that the school management system (Arbor) is updated to reflect this regularly
• Create individualised study programmes to support language acquisition and curriculum access

Requirements include:

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of pupils
• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children, particularly those with EAL needs

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Teaching Assistance or equivalent

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 30th November 2025. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

School

Twickenham School

Location

Percy Road, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 6JW

School type

Secondary, Academies

Job Posted

21/11/2025

Role

Teaching Assistant

Subject

Curriculum Support

Employment type

Term time

Closing date

30/11/2025

Start date

ASAP

Job reference

EAL/TA/112025