Job Introduction
Reception Teaching Assistant Grade 6 - Early Years Support Worker Grade 8
Do you have a passion for working with young children?
Church Cowley St James C of E Primary School is proud to have such beautiful Reception Classrooms. Our building(s), provision and outdoor space for children in our Reception classes are exceptional.
Our Reception classes are part of the main school of Church Cowley St James Primary School.
Church Cowley St James Primary School is a forward-thinking organisation that is passionate about delivering superb learning opportunities for children and staff alike, and can demonstrate a proven track record of developing staff from within.
We are looking for outstanding, energetic and inspirational individuals to join our Reception team as a grade 6 Teaching Assistants or 8 Early Years Support Worker to support children in whole-class teaching and small-group or individual interventions.
As a Grade 6, you will be expected to work in the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher, work may include 1:1, small group work or interventions. As a Grade 8, you will also be expected to provide occasional whole-class cover. The right people will be dedicated to improving the outcomes for all children: emotionally, socially and educationally.
In return for your flair, commitment and passion, we can offer:
- Ongoing (fortnightly) training for your role
- Opportunities to grow within a chosen specialism (after 12 months)
- An exciting and dynamic working environment with like-minded, hard-working individuals.
- The best staff room and coffee in any school in Oxford
Our school is a consistently Good school with well-behaved pupils, supportive parents, friendly staff and active Governors. We sit in the heart of Church Cowley and are proud of our community links. This is a full-time position. Applications are welcome from experienced or inexperienced prospects who are keen to learn and looking to be developed to be the best they can be.
We are looking for passionate members of staff who can do their best every day and who can be clear and kind, inspire and motivate children and adults to reach their full potential. You will be driven to be successful in your role and want the very best for the children in the school.
A good sense of humour and a 'can-do' attitude should be a prerequisite for applying.
Grade 6 or 8 positions are dependent on qualifications and experience, for 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during school term time, ideally starting as soon as possible.
Candidates for a Grade 6 position may have little or no experience but are quick learners and keen to do well.
Candidates for a Grade 8 position should have experience working in an early years setting and a suitable EY qualification, and both roles require those who are committed to developing children academically, socially and emotionally.
Grade 6: £13.90 ph; £18,139 (Actual)
Grade 8: £16.62 ph; £21,978 (Actual)
Closing date: Sunday 16th November 2025
Interviews: w/c 17th November 2025
Please apply on an Oxfordshire County Council application form
Please record on your application whether you are interested in the Grade 6 or the Grade 8 role.
Visits to our school are most welcome by prior appointment.
Please call 01865 77 84 84 or contact Vanessa Morgan at vmorgan@church-cowley-st-james.oxon.s
Additional Application Instructions
Please apply on an Oxfordshire County Council application form available from our website. Application forms can be downloaded from our website or you can email vmorgan@church-cowley-st-james.oxon.sch.uk Please be aware that we do not accept CV only applications and that references will be taken up and verified - Successful candidates will need to have a clean DBS check.
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Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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