Teaching Assistant x 2

Kingfisher Academy, Inc.; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount portal

Doctor 24/7 access

CPD opportunities

Pension scheme

Benenden Health Care Scheme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Red Oaks Primary School in Swindon is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant and MDSA to join our friendly team. You will work 8:30am–3:00pm, Monday to Friday, term time only (39 weeks), supporting pupils’ emotional, physical and educational development under supervision.

The Park Academies Trust offers a strong staff ethos, CPD opportunities and a competitive salary (£25,114–£25,808 FTE) with discounts, health care and pension benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' emotional, physical and educational development under supervision.
• Assist in mainstream classrooms and with pupils who have special needs as part of a team.

Job description

# Teaching Assistant x 2Employer: Red Oaks Primary SchoolLocation: Swindon, WiltshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: £25,114- £25,808 FTEPosted: 12th October 2026Expires: 2nd November 2026 10:00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1579235* Share :* Print**Teaching Assistant & MDSA**The Park Academies Trust are seeking an enthusiastic and flexible Teaching Assistant and MDSA to join Red Oaks Primary School**Hours**: 8.30 - 3.00pm Monday to Friday - Term Time Only working 39 weeks**Salary:** £25,114- £25,808 FTE (£13.02 - 13.38 per hour) depending on experience and pro-rated.**Starting date:** ASAP**Job Purpose:**Under the direction of the Headteacher, Teacher or Special Education Needs & Disability Coordinator, work as part of a team to promote the emotional, physical and educational development of pupils, including those with special needs, and work in partnership with parents.**Please see the attached Job Description for details of the role.****We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and flexible Teaching Assistant who is committed to inclusion in a mainstream setting.****Are you:-****• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and passionate about the value school staff can add to education?****• Willing to work flexibly in the face of changing demands.****• Inspired by young people achieving their potential?****Could you work:-****• As part of a successful school with a proven track record?****• Within a supportive team?****• Where there are good facilities and a very friendly staff?****• Where there is a supportive programme for new staff?****We offer:****• A strong ethos of TEAM****• A happy and supportive working environment with an experienced and dedicated team****• Well behaved children with positive learning behaviours****• Supportive central team****• MAT benefits package including discounts, access to a doctor 24/7****• Supportive parents and wider community****• A strong emphasis on CPD****The Park Academies Trust was formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education in Swindon and surrounds. A family of eight schools; Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, The Deanery CE Academy, Red Oaks Primary School, Orchid Vale Primary School, Bridlewood Primary School and Kingfisher CE Academy, the Trust offers a high-quality educational provision from nursery right up to Sixth Form, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi-phase educational Trust. See Job Description for full details.****About us:**The Park Academies Trust was formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education in Swindon and surrounds.As a family of six schools; Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, Orchid Vale Primary School, Red Oaks Primary School and Bridlewood Primary School; the Trust offers a high quality all through educational provision from nursery right up to our Sixth Form based at Lydiard Park Academy, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi-phase educational Trust.**We offer:**• A positive and dynamic environment in a Trust which is growing in both size and success• A strong pupil ethos centred on mutual respect and fulfilling potential• Excellent opportunities for CPD across the Trust.• Competitive salary• Staff Discount portal• Support from experienced and knowledgeable colleagues across the Trust• Enthusiastic, approachable and dedicated colleagues• Attractive Pension Scheme• Access to Benenden Health Care Scheme• Cycle to Work Scheme### Safeguarding Statement:The Park Academies Trust 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. All job offers are subject to satisfactory reference and enhanced DBS checks. In line with statutory guidance in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', we will carry out an online search as part of our due-diligence on short-listed candidates.