Teaching Assistant

John Blandy Primary School; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Extensive CPD, training

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free eye tests

Free parking

Flexible working opportunities

Job-share arrangements

Job summary

John Blandy Primary School seeks a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the classroom and during learning activities, helping them access learning opportunities and achieve success.

You will work closely with teachers to provide high-quality classroom support, promoting inclusion, independence and positive behaviour within a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with or caring for children.
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Understands safeguarding and inclusion.
• Is willing to learn and engage in professional development opportunities.
• Has knowledge of child development and learning strategies (desirable).
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom and during learning activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support, including for pupils with additional needs.
• Promote inclusion, independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Assist with the implementation of education, behaviour and personal care plans.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Assist with educational visits, lunchtime supervision and other school activities as required.

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential? Do you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team in a positive and inclusive school environment? John Blandy Primary School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils in their learning and development, helping them thrive both academically and personally. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide high-quality classroom support, ensuring all pupils can access learning opportunities and achieve success.

We are a thriving, growing village school, located in the Oxfordshire village of Southmoor. Our vision is to grow flourishing learners, who, have a sense of belonging to our school community, believe in themselves and others and aim to be as brilliant as they can be. Our approach to life at school is that ‘happy children learn’, and this is evident through our school values and ethos.

"Our school environment is consistently safe and calm. Leaders and staff know pupils and their needs well. Our pupils understand the school's high expectations and they behave responsibly in lessons and at social times. Partnerships with our parents and carers are positive." (Ofsted December 2025)

The Role

You will:

• Support pupils in the classroom and during learning activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support, including for pupils with additional needs.
• Promote inclusion, independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Assist with the implementation of education, behaviour and personal care plans.
• Help create a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor and record pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Assist with educational visits, lunchtime supervision and other school activities as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with or caring for children.
• Has good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and inclusion.
• Is willing to learn and engage in professional development opportunities.
• Has knowledge of child development and learning strategies (desirable).
• Holds a Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience (desirable).

What we offer

At John Blandy Primary School, we believe that staff wellbeing, development and work-life balance are essential. We are committed to creating a culture where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Extensive CPD, training and career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling access
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Home & Tech Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• bYond cashback and financial wellbeing scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Tax-Free Childcare access
• Flexible working opportunities, including term-time contracts and job-share arrangements
• Generous holiday entitlement (where applicable)
• Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
• Free parking
• Occupational Health and wellbeing support services
• Recognition of previous continuous service where applicable