Teaching Assistant at Southwold Primary School

Southwold Primary School; Bicester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwold Primary School in North Oxfordshire invites applications for an outstanding Teaching Assistant. The role offers term-time hours and permanent contract, with duties focusing on supporting learning, SEN/SEMH pupils, and contributing to a positive school environment.

Join a busy team dedicated to helping every child reach their potential. A commitment to professional growth and collaboration with colleagues is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Teaching assistant role supporting pupils in class and small groups.
• Experience with pupils with SEN and/or SEMH needs.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with school staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher with instructional activities.
• Support individual pupils to reach their potential.
• Help manage behaviour and maintain a supportive classroom.

Skills

Teaching assistant

Team player

Professional development

SEN/SEMH experience

Job description

About this Role

Pleasenote that applications will be reviewed as received and should a suitablecandidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. Therefore, earlyapplication is encouraged.

VacancyDetails

TA: 25 hours a week, term time only. Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 12pm and 1.00pm to 3.00pm. Working weeks 39

MDSA: 2.5 hours a week, term time only Monday to Friday, 12.00pm to 12.30pm. Working weeks 38

Actual Salary: WHF

NJC K Grade: £15,119 to £15,850

Actual Salary: NJC J Grade

£1,382.51 - £1,404.20

Contract: Permanent

SouthwoldPrimary School is a thriving North Oxfordshire school serving the Southwoldcommunity and Caversfield parish. Our spacious, modern accommodation provides awonderful learning environment and outdoor spaces for up to 400 pupils.

In our most recent Ofsted inspection (March2025), the school was rated GOOD-a testament to the dedication andpassion of our entire team and school community.

Wecouldn't do what we do without our fantastic staff team, and we are lookinganfan outstanding Teaching Assistant to join our hard-working team. If you arelooking to continue your career as a Teaching Assistant in a challenging andrewarding role within our school, then we want to hear from you. Come and joinus on this exciting journey to help every child in our school reach theirpotential. We think this is a great place to work and we hope that you willtoo!

AllAbout You

• An excellent Teaching Assistant wholoves to work with children and helps to inspire them to achieve theirpotential.
• An outstanding team-player who enjoysworking with others and being involved in school life.
• Committed to their own professionaldevelopment journey.
• Experienced in working with childrenwith SEN and/or SEMH needs.

WhyWork for us?

• We are a welcoming and supportive schoolwith strong values and a caring ethos.
• Our staff are a hardworking teamdedicated to helping children succeed.
• Our children are engaged and eager tolearn.
• We have a supportive leadership team andwider school community.
• As part of The White Horse Federationmulti-academy trust, we benefit from their support, encouragement, sharedresources and outstanding CPD opportunities.

Whynot come and see for yourself? We would love to welcome you to our school andshow you around so that you can better understand our school environment.Please get in touch with the school office to arrange.

TheWhite Horse Federation is a large Multi-Academy Trust in South West and SouthEast England, committed to providing the very best education for our students.We believe in empowering our staff to be the very best they can be, and that iswhy you will find a wide range of professional development opportunitiesavailable to you when you join us.

TheAdvantages of joining our Federation

In addition, ouremployees reap the rewards of a competitive benefits package, including:

• Employee Assistance programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Menopause support network

Discounts, save moneyon holidays, clothing and much more:

• Discounts for Teachers - All staff within the Trust can take advantage of the discounts
• Blue Light Discount
• Eye Care Vouchers

Development

• Access to up-to-date training on safeguarding and child protection to ensure staff are fully supported in their roles, including ongoing updates on statutory safeguarding guidance and legislation.
• CPD Programme
• Supportive leadership team to help you reach your full potential

Pension / Leave andService

• Excellent Pension Scheme*
• Employer contributions above national standards
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• An additional White Horse concessionary day's leave per year

The White Horse Federation is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expectsall staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful for this role,you will be expected to apply for a disclosure from the Disclosure and BarringService before an appointment is confirmed. Please note that references will besought on shortlisted candidates before the interview.

The White Horse Federationvalues uniqueness and recognises the benefit of having a diverse workforce. Wevalue the contributions of all staff from a wide range of backgrounds and weare committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity ofthe communities we serve. At The White Horse Federation, we believe thateveryone should be treated with fairness and respect and share a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at all of our schools. We welcomeapplications from all backgrounds and operate a fair recruitment

process, free fromdiscrimination against protected characteristics, in line with the Equality Act2010