Job Introduction
Teaching Assistant
Closing date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 12 noon
Interview: Monday 2nd March 2026
Start - ASAP
Contract type- Term time only.
Fixed term until August 2027 (with a possible view to permanent)
Hours 31.25 (8.30-3.15 includes 30 mins lunch)
We encourage early application and reserve the right to close the post when enough or suitable applicants are found. Previous applicants need not apply.
A rewarding opportunity as a Teaching Assistant has arisen to start as soon as possible.
We are a dynamic & inclusive school providing a welcoming learning environment at the heart of the local community. We are looking to appoint highly motivated individual who will be enthusiastic about becoming part of our hard-working team and provide our children with a lifelong love for learning through a mixture of creative curriculum and a variety of learning experiences.
The main purpose of the role is to support the work of teaching staff and to assist in implementing pre-planned learning objectives with individuals or small groups, in and out of the classroom. Some of our children have complex additional learning needs and require 1:1 support and plans are adapted to cater for their needs.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:
- Puts children at the forefront and supports our inclusive, supportive ethos.
- Is creative, dedicated and dynamic.
- Is reflective, open to feedback and driven to give of their best
- Is a dedicated team player and works well as part of a team
- Demonstrates optimism about children and expects the highest possible standards
- Understands best safeguarding practices
Applying for the job
CVs are not accepted, and Visas cannot be sponsored.
If this sounds like the exciting challenge you have been waiting for, please contact the school for further information or to arrange a visit.
Applications should be on the displayed application form and emailed to Miriam Doyle, SBM at sbm@stockham.oxon.sch.uk
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.
