Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded secondary school in Abingdon is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their team in September 2025. The role involves supporting students academically and emotionally, contributing to a positive school environment, and offers opportunities for personal growth and professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for training and professional development

Supportive team of experienced educators

Use of on-site facilities and meals during work hours

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in an educational or care setting is desirable.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, and school values.

Responsibilities

• Support students across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Differentiate resources and promote engagement and independence.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Patience

Resilience

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 in English and Maths

Job description

Teaching Assistant
Location: Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Pension Scheme
Contract Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025

Support Learning, Empower Students - Join a Thriving Coeducational Secondary School and Sixth Form as a Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic individual with a desire to make a difference in young people's lives? Do you enjoy working in a vibrant school community where every day brings new challenges and rewards?

Our client, a well-regarded coeducational secondary school and sixth form located in Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their inclusive and supportive team from September 2025. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for education and a desire to help students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and the SEND department to support students across a range of subjects and year groups. Your responsibilities will include working with individuals or small groups, helping to differentiate resources, promoting engagement and independence, and contributing to a positive learning environment.

Whether you are experienced or looking to start your journey in education, this role offers the chance to build valuable classroom skills and contribute meaningfully to the school community.

What the School Offers:

• A welcoming and inclusive school environment

• Opportunities for training and professional development

• A supportive team of experienced educators and pastoral staff

• The chance to work with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities

• Use of on-site facilities and meals during working hours

• A fulfilling role with purpose and opportunity for growth

What They're Looking For:

• Experience working with young people in an educational or care setting (desirable but not essential)

• A positive and proactive attitude with strong interpersonal skills

• The ability to build rapport and motivate students

• Patience, resilience, and a willingness to learn

• Good literacy and numeracy skills (minimum GCSE Grade C/4 in English and Maths or equivalent)

• A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, and school values

If you're looking to make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in a forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your CV to

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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