Teaching Assistant

Oxted School; Limpsfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxted School is seeking a dedicated individual to provide specialist pupil support and assist with personal care needs. You will collaborate with staff, deliver tailored educational programs, and contribute to an inclusive, high-achieving learning environment.

The role is full-time, term-time, 36 hours per week across 39 weeks per year, with responsibilities including safeguarding, record-keeping, and supporting independence for students with additional needs.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) with basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work towards Level 2 vocational qualifications or demonstrate specialist skills.
• Physical ability to handle manual tasks and work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised support for pupils or groups, using appropriate tools and interventions.
• Assist with personal care routines and respond to routine medical needs.
• Plan, organise, and prioritise own tasks to meet objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and follow school policies.
• Collaborate with staff and report concerns, including safeguarding issues.
• Uphold school values, health and safety, and equality standards.
• Support teachers by delivering and adapting educational programs for pupils, including those with special needs.
• Provide specialised assistance, encourage independence, and attend to pupils' personal and physical care needs.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 Vocational Qualification

Job description

• Deliver specialised support for pupils or groups, using appropriate tools and interventions.
• Assist with personal care routines and respond to routine medical needs.
• Plan, organise, and prioritise own tasks to meet objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and follow school policies.
• Collaborate with staff and report concerns, including safeguarding issues.
• Uphold school values, health and safety, and equality standards.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) with basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to work towards Level 2 vocational qualifications or demonstrate specialist skills.
• Competence with IT tools, strong communication, and organisational skills.
• Physical ability to handle manual tasks and work collaboratively.

All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations., All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Partnership Grade 4 (£25,940pa - £28,220pa FTE) Permanent Oxted School

We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and motivated individual to join the team, where you'll support students' learning and personal development, including those with special needs. Use your creativity and organisational skills to deliver tailored support, foster independence, and make a real difference in a vibrant school community committed to excellence and inclusion.

Support teachers by delivering and adapting educational programs for pupils, including those with special needs. Provide specialised assistance, encourage independence, and attend to pupils' personal and physical care needs.

We are recruiting to a full-time, term time position, working 36 hours per week / 39 weeks per year.