Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job DescriptionA Kinder, More Human Approach to Education Job Title:

Teaching Assistant

Location:

Oxford Millwood School, Elsfield, OX3 9UW

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

Note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the School

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

Role Purpose

Are you ready to make a difference? We are seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team and help create positive learning experiences for our students. This is a rewarding opportunity to support students both academically and personally while collaborating with a skilled, multi-disciplinary team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with teachers and professionals to provide high-quality support.
• Enable students to access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals.
• 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 organization, resources, displays, and learning activities.
• Contributing to student support plans, risk assessments, and progress monitoring.
• Collaborating with colleagues, families, and care teams for a consistent approach to support and learning.

What You Will Bring

• GCSEs in Maths and English; Further Education in English is desirable.
• A Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience supporting students within an educational setting.
• Patience, resilience, and the ability to positively manage challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
• A collaborative spirit, able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Empathy, adaptability, and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, basic IT skills, and a student-centered approach.
• Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification is desirable.

Bonus Opportunity: There is a 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 dedicated to enabling outstanding futures for every student. Our ethos centers on truly understanding each child, their talents, character, and aspirations by providing a personalized, ambitious education that helps every child 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 a commitment to delivering outstanding experiences for students and families.

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

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Complete your application before the closing date!

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

OFG Education is committed to a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, we do not accept liability for any loss of earnings or associated costs incurred due to 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.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

oxford district

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English