Teaching Assistant
Oxfordshire
Full time
£21,500 – £24,500 per annum
Vacancy ID
bf9f58c8-a348-4048-8831-345a62dbeb74
Job Description
Within the classroom, Teaching Assistants contribute to a positive and well-organised learning environment. Support may include assisting with lesson delivery, providing small group or one-to-one input, and helping to maintain effective classroom routines. Flexibility, initiative, and clear communication are key when supporting pupils of varying abilities.
Provides classroom-based support during lessons.
Delivers small group or individual interventions.
Supports classroom organisation and resources.
Encourages positive behaviour and engagement.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 2.
Confident in delivering literacy and numeracy support.
Warm, patient communication style.
Ability to encourage independence and resilience.
Strong safeguarding awareness.
About the School
This Oxford (OX3) primary school is recognised for its warm, community-driven ethos and its commitment to ensuring every child feels supported academically and personally. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school places emphasis on purposeful learning, high expectations, and a strong sense of belonging. Staff work collaboratively to create well-structured classrooms where pupils feel secure, respected, and motivated.
The school offers consistent routines, evidence-informed teaching, and targeted intervention programmes that help pupils close gaps and strengthen core skills. Reading, vocabulary development, and numeracy mastery are key priorities, meaning support staff play a vital role in delivering small-group instruction and structured catch-up sessions.
Leadership encourages transparency, collaboration, and professional learning. Staff receive regular training in inclusive practice, emotional wellbeing, curriculum delivery, and restorative approaches. Families describe the school as warm and well-organised, with strong relationships between staff and pupils.
For someone who values teamwork, stability, and meaningful impact, this school offers a respectful and supportive environment where you can contribute to real progress.