Oakfield - Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Enquire Learning Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join their SEND Unit Team. The role focuses on supporting children with various needs, including planning and delivering interventions, while fostering positive learning interactions. Applicants should have experience as Teaching Assistants and knowledge of special educational needs, along with a commitment to professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Skills in planning and delivering support for children.
• An organized approach to tracking children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality interventions to groups of children.
• Provide 1:1 support and conduct small group work.

Skills

Knowledge of working with children who have special educational needs

Understanding of the National Curriculum

Ability to work independently

Record keeping

Positive learning interaction

Job description

Closing date for applications: 7 July 2025, 12.00pm

Reference Number: ELTJUN22

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Full time Permanent Post, 33.5 hours per week, term time only (plus 5 days)

Job Reference: ELTJUN22

Oakfield Primary is looking to appoint an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our SEND Unit Team. The SEND units have 12 children in our Key Stage One unit and 12 children in the Key Stage Two.

This role includes the ability to plan, prepare, and deliver quality interventions to groups of children with a range of needs. It will involve some 1:1 support and small group work.

We are looking for someone who:

• Believes in striving for the very best for all our children and has suitable skills as a Teaching Assistant.
• Has knowledge of working with children who have special educational needs and an understanding of the National Curriculum and assessment.
• Can work independently when delivering planned learning experiences, adapting as needed and considering progress.
• Values positive learning interactions that foster success and boost self-esteem.
• Is patient, focused, and organized, especially in keeping records of children’s progress.

As a school we can offer:

• Supportive colleagues and opportunities for professional development.
• Happy and enthusiastic children who are at the center of everything we do.

If you wish to apply for this post, visit enquirelearningtrust.org and complete an online application.

Closing Date and Shortlisting: Monday 7th July 2025