Job Introduction
We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team at South Stoke Primary School.
The successful candidate will support children with additional needs in the classroom, working with individuals and small groups. We are looking for someone who:
- Is kind, patient and nurturing.
- Understands how to support young children with additional needs.
- Has high expectations for all children.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Is flexible, reliable and able to use their own initiative.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is committed to supporting children's learning and wellbeing.
We can offer:
- Friendly, welcoming and supportive staff.
- Happy, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning.
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
Hours of Work: The Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.45am to 3.15am
Salary: £17,598.27
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Friday 20th November 2026 at 9.00am
Interview Date: Thursday 26th November 2026
Application forms, job description and person specification are available on the school website. https://www.southstokeschool.org/Vacancies/. Please email completed application forms to office.2507@south-stoke.oxon.sch.uk
South Stoke Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references will be obtained prior to appointment.
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.
