Teaching Assistant

Oakfield Academy; Frome; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Retail discounts

Job summary

Oakfield Academy in Frome, Somerset is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning across a range of interventions.

The post is 30 hours per week, term-time only plus 5 INSET days, with a starting salary of £13.05 per hour (£17,544–£17,821 per annum). An enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C (4) or above.
• Ability to use their own initiative under the guidance of a teacher.
• Strong communication skills with children and adults.
• Good ICT/technology skills and confidence with learning tools.
• Can-do attitude and commitment to pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and positive environment for learners.
• Deliver learning opportunities and support across interventions.
• Work with teachers to provide effective teaching and resources.
• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Assist with assessments and evidencing learning.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Can-do attitude

Teamwork

Tech skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths at grade C (4) or above

Job description

# Teaching AssistantEmployer: Oakfield AcademyLocation: Frome, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Starting at £13.05 per hourPosted: 15th October 2026Expires: 1st November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1575401Job Reference: OAKTA/SEPT26* Share :* PrintAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to support teaching and learning at Oakfield Academy in Frome. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable, flexible and resourceful individual able to cope in a high-pressure environment and deal with constantly changing priorities.This post is for 30 hours per week from Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.25am - 4.00pm, term time only plus 5 x INSET days. The salary will start on MNSP Pay Grade 2, Point 4 with an incremental rise to Point 5 (£25,185 - £25,583 FTE gross per annum/£13.05 - £13.26 per hour). The actual salary for this post equates to £17,544 - £17,821 per annum/£1,462 - £1,485 per month (gross).We're looking for the the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.**JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** Maintaining a safe and positive environment for all learners.* Creating opportunities for all learners to reach their potential, irrespective of ability.* Working with a wide range of class teachers to deliver excellent teaching and learning.* Supporting pupils within a wide range of interventions, from Literacy and Numeracy programmes to Forest School.* Supporting children on a 1:1 or group basis.* Supporting assessment and evidencing learning.* Working with the teacher to create stimulating learning resources.* Accompanying pupils on trips.**WHAT WE OFFER:*** Term-time hours.* Opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.* Good opportunities for personal and career development.* Excellent pension scheme.* Employee benefits such as retail discounts.**THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:*** GCSE English and Maths at grade C (4) or above.* A proven ability to work using their own initiative under the guidance of a teacher.* A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.* The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.* A can-do attitude.* A commitment to the happiness well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.This role will require an enhanced DBS with a clear outcome, you will also need to have right to work in the UK documentation.**The closing date: 1st November 2026****Interviews commencing week beginning 9th November 2026**We reserve the right to close this advert earlier due to application interest.### AttachmentsTeaching Assistant - Level 1 Grade 2 JD 30hours.docx### Safeguarding Statement:Oakfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people & vulnerable adults and expects all our staff to share this commitment.