Teaching Assistant (Elsfield)
2 days ago
Elsfield
A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education\n Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Oxford Millwood School, Elsfield, OX3 9UW Salary: £16,700.15 per annum (not pro rata) Hours: 32 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: November 2026 \n Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the School\n Welcome to Oxford Millwood School, a warm and nurturing environment in North Oxford. Here, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality education within a close-knit and supportive community. Our dedicated team is committed to fostering a calm and inclusive atmosphere where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to flourish. Role Purpose\n Are you passionate about making a difference in students' lives? We are seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team and help create positive learning experiences. This is your chance to support students both academically and personally while collaborating with a skilled, multi-disciplinary team. \n As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide high-quality support that enables students to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals. Together, we will create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive. What You Will Be Doing\n\n • Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.\n, • Providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual student needs.\n, • Promoting students' educational, social, emotional, and personal development.\n, • Assisting with classroom organization, resources, displays, and learning activities.\n, • Contributing to student support plans, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.\n, • Collaborating with colleagues, families, and care teams to ensure a consistent approach to support and learning.\nWhat You Will Bring\n\n, • Experience supporting students within an educational setting.\n, • Patience, resilience, and the ability to positively manage challenging behavior.\n, • Strong communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.\n, • A collaborative spirit, able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.\n, • Empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential.\n, • A strong commitment to safeguarding, with basic IT skills and a student-centered approach.\n, • Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is desirable.\nAbout Blenheim Schools\n Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child thrive. \n We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence, and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential. \n Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion, and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families. \n We are proud to be part of Outcomes First Schools, which was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year in 2025. How to Apply\n Ready to make a difference? Complete your application before the closing date! \n Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. \n OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.