Teaching Assistant and Play Worker

Wheatley Church of England Primary School; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheatley CE Primary School in Oxfordshire is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant and play worker to support children in the classroom and after-school club. You will help pupils access education, build confidence and reach their potential in a warm, nurturing environment.

We value collaboration with staff and parents, offer opportunities for professional development, and foster a welcoming school community where safeguarding is a priority.

Qualifications

• Is passionate about providing engaging and exciting learning opportunities for all pupils.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will collaborate with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• As a teaching assistant supporting children, helping them access education and fulfil their potential both academically and personally.
• As a play worker delivering fun, safe and inclusive activities, encouraging children's development through structured and free play.

Job description

We are a warm, vibrant, nurturing school and offer wraparound care from 7.30 am until 5.30 pm. We are looking for someone who would be willing to contribute to the ethos and values of our school, both in the classroom and in our after school club.

As a teaching assistant supporting children, helping them access education, develop confidence and fulfil their potential both academically and personally.

As a play worker delivering fun, safe and inclusive activities, encouraging children's development through structured and free play.

We are looking for someone who is:

Is passionate about providing engaging and exciting learning opportunities to enable all pupils to thrive.

Is a reflective practitioner with high aspirations for all pupils.

Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and will work closely and collaborate effectively with staff and parents.

Has a nurturing, relational approach to behaviour management and a pro-active approach to supporting pupil well-being.

We are a caring and friendly school and we can offer you:

A welcoming community where staff, parents and governors are dedicated to working together to achieve sustainable improvement and the best outcomes for every child.

Motivated, friendly and hardworking children. A strong commitment to your continuing professional development and career progression.

As an ODST Academy, support from Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust and opportunities for professional development and joint working with other ODST schools across Oxfordshire

Wheatley CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check.