Teaching Assistant

SchoolRecruiter; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop for staff

Eye Care vouchers

Cycle to Work

Health Shield Cash Plan

Counselling services

Job summary

Oasis Academy Temple Quarter in Bristol seeks two Teaching Assistants to join Phase 2, supporting students with SEND and those for whom English is not first language.

You will work under the direction of teachers to promote high standards, contribute to safeguarding, and help establish a culture of high expectations.

This fixed-term role aligns with the academic year, offering professional development and access to staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEND.
• Experience supporting students for whom English is not their first language.
• Ability to work with individuals or small groups under teacher guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the supervision of the class teacher.
• Work with students with SEND or for whom English is not their first language.
• Assist with small group or one-to-one interventions as directed.

Skills

SEND support

EAL support

Job description

EmployerOasis Academy Temple QuarterLocationBristol, BristolContract TypeFixed term contractHoursFull Time, Term TimeContract LengthAcademic YearSalarySCP 7 - 11Posted5th October 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleExpires11th October 2026 09:00 AMContract TypeFixed term contractStart DateAs Soon As PossibleJob ID1577752Job ReferenceOATQ-TA 2026Start DateAs Soon As PossibleContract Type :Fixed term contractContract Length: Academic YearJob ID: 1577752Are you passionate about supporting all students to achieve their personal best?Do you strive to empower your students to become confident, curious and compassionate learners?Are you looking for an opportunity to set the foundations on which a thriving, high performing school can be built to best serve our community for generations to come?If you answered yes to these questions, Oasis Academy Temple Quarter presents an exciting opportunity for you.The OATQ JourneyWe opened our doors in September 2023 on the site of Oasis Academy Brislington, before moving to our purpose-built temporary home on Spring Street in Bedminster in January 2024. We are currently located less than 0.5miles from Temple Meads train station, at the heart of our vibrant city centre.From September 2027, we will move to our permanent site, situated in Bristol’s Temple Quarter development zone, one of the most exciting regeneration projects in the UK at present. Temple Quarter will become a world-class gateway to the region that unlocks the city of Bristol and the West of England’s potential. A series of well-connected and thriving mixed-use communities will benefit new and existing residents, employees and visitors with new homes, jobs, infrastructure, and opportunities. Oasis Academy Temple Quarter will be at the heart of this development.Academy ContextCurrently our Academy comprises Year 7, 8 and 9. Our first Year 10 cohort will start in September 2026.When we move to our permanent site in 2027, we will have a PAN of 1600 students (1200 in Y7 – Y11 and 400 in sixth form), and we expect our cohort to be truly representative of the central part of Bristol, in all its diversity.To date, our students have bought into our culture and show pride in being part of OATQ. The Oasis Way is taught explicitly to students, and we are pleased to say that, so far, our students are responding brilliantly to the high expectations we set.The roleWe are looking for two candidates to join our team in Phase 2 of the academy’s journey, alongside the founding staff body. The appointed candidates will work closely with our team of dedicated and motivated practitioners to continue to establish the culture, ethos, and values of a new free school. Under the direction of the teacher, the successful candidates will support effective teaching and learning by working with individuals or small groups of students with SEND needs or for whom English is not their first language.Although these roles are not permanent, we are a growing school and therefore are likely to have similar roles available next year. WHY JOIN US?• Access to a laptop for all staff.• The opportunity to further your career within the Trust and region.• Access to Eye Care vouchers and a national Cycle to Work scheme.• Access to Health Shield Cash Plan which can include 24/7 access to a GP, assistance with the cost and access to dental treatment, eye-care, physiotherapy, and chiropody.• Confidential Counselling services for you and those that live with you, should times get tough.If you are interested in applying for this role, please consult the Job Description attached. We look forward to welcoming the right candidate to join us on this incredible journey.Safeguarding StatementOasis Academy Temple Quarter is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. If you are interested in applying for this role, please consult the brochure attached. We look forward to starting this incredible journey with our new staff team, students and community in September 2024.Additional InformationOCL Scale 4 SCP 7-1139 weeks per year – 37 hours per weekWe will interview candidates as and when suitable applicatons are received.** Please be aware that the vacancy may close early if we receive a high number of applications. If you are interested in this vacancy we recommend submitting your application as soon as you can. **Oasis Teaching Assistant Recruitment BrochureSafeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Temple Quarter is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.