Teaching Assistant

Blenheim Schools; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Club

Job summary

Blenheim Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students in a warm, nurturing independent school in Oxford. The role is permanent and term-time only, with a salary of up to £24,000 per annum.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver inclusive lessons, provide one-to-one and small group support, and help students develop academically and personally in a collaborative environment. The position begins October 2026 and offers additional earnings via a Holiday Club.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English; Further Education in English desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience supporting students within an educational setting.
• Patient, resilient, and able to positively manage challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Empathetic, adaptable, and committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, with basic IT skills and a student-centred approach.
• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual student needs.
• Promoting students' educational, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Assisting with classroom organisation, resources, displays, and learning activities.
• Contributing to student support plans, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and care teams to ensure a consistent approach to support and learning.

Skills

Experience supporting students

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Record-keeping skills

Education

Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning (desirable)

Job description

A Kinder, More Human Approach to Education

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Salary: Up to £24,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 8.30am - 4.30pm | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: October 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

Oxford Millwood School is a warm, nurturing setting in North Oxford, providing high-quality education within a close-knit and supportive community. Our experienced team is dedicated to creating a calm, inclusive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish.

Role Purpose

We are looking for a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team and help create positive learning experiences for students.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact, supporting students both academically and personally while working alongside a skilled, multi-disciplinary team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide high-quality support that enables students to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals. You will help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive.

What you will be doing

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual student needs.
• Promoting students' educational, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Assisting with classroom organisation, resources, displays, and learning activities.
• Contributing to student support plans, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and care teams to ensure a consistent approach to support and learning.

What you will bring

• GCSEs in Maths and English and Further Education in English is desirable
• A Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience supporting students within an educational setting.
• Patient, resilient, and able to positively manage challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Empathetic, adaptable, and committed to helping every student achieve their full potential.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding, with basic IT skills and a student-centred approach.
• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification desirable.

Please be aware that there is the chance to earn additional salary by working in the Holiday Club.

About Blenheim Schools

Blenheim Schools is a growing family of innovative, high-quality independent schools committed to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centres on truly understanding each child, their talents, character and aspirations by providing a personalised, ambitious education that helps every child to thrive.

We deliver a broad, enriching curriculum supported by tailored teaching and exceptional pastoral care. We celebrate individuality, nurture confidence and champion every learner so they can discover their strengths and achieve their potential.

Joining Blenheim Schools means becoming part of a collaborative, forward-thinking community that values creativity, inclusion and professional growth. Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to transform lives and by a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, which in 2025 was officially certified as a Great Place to Work® for the sixth consecutive year.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales