Teaching Assistant and Play Worker
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- WhereOxford
- HoursPart time
- Pay£26,017.00 - £26,429.00 Annually (Actual) per year
- Posted12 October 2026
- Closes30 October 2026
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
Visits to the school are warmly welcome - come and find out more about what we have to offer.
Please contact the school office on 01865 872366 and speak to the School Business Manager.
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
What this role involves
General background for teaching assistant roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.
- Work with individual students and small groups
- Watch, record and report the progress students make
- Look after children who are upset or unwell
- Typical pay (UK)
- £19,000 starting · £26,000 experienced
- Typical hours
- 16 to 37 term time
Career background: National Careers Service · Open Government Licence v3.0
Applications open on Wheatley Church of England Primary School's own careers site.
