We are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join our team!
Ruishton CofE Primary School, part of The Oak Partnership Trust, seeks to appoint a Part Time teaching assistant. We seek to employ a member of staff who is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the school and the pupils. We are looking for someone who is passionate, patient, empathetic and who has a passion working with children to help and nurture their educational journey.
Key responsibilities include:
- Working 1:1 with pupils with a range of specific SEND needs as required
- Work to provide activities and learning such as reading, writing with small groups of pupils under the supervision of the class teacher
- Implementing adaptations to learning identified by the class teacher and SENDCo
- Work as part of the staff team to support teaching provision and pupil's learning
- Provide objective and accurate feedback to the pupil/s, helping them to extend their learning
- Support and supervise pupils at break and lunchtimes
Experience Desirable:
- Experience in education
- Experience Supporting pupils with SEND needs
- Excellent communication skills and working well as part of a team
- Experience with medical support for children in school
Hours of work: Part time. Term time only. 18.25 hours a week. 8.45am-3.20pm 3 days per week
Closing date: 16th November 2026
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
Start Date: ASAP
Safeguarding statement:
The Oak Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All positions at The Oak Partnership Trust and within our schools require appropriate references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
Please see our Recruitment, Selection and Ex-Offenders Policy for more information.
Note:
We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. Shortlisting and interviews may therefore take place prior to the closing date, so we encourage early applications.
Ruishton Church of England Primary School 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.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.