Teaching Assistant

Dunbar Education is pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Marston, Oxford. We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join the school and support pupils in KS1 and KS2. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in children’s education while working in a collaborative and nurturing environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to the teacher, helping to deliver engaging and effective lessons
• Work with small groups of children or individual pupils to enhance learning and development
• Assist in the preparation of classroom resources and learning materials
• Support the management of pupil behaviour, ensuring a positive and productive learning environment
• Help pupils with their reading, writing, and numeracy skills, ensuring they stay on track with their learning
• Monitor pupils’ progress and provide feedback to the class teacher
• Assist with the supervision of pupils during school activities, including break times and school trips
• Promote inclusion and help ensure that all pupils feel supported and valued

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a school environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach, with a passion for supporting children’s learning and development
• Strong organisational skills, able to support the smooth running of the classroom
• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Why Join Dunbar Education?

• A supportive and welcoming school environment with a strong emphasis on professional development
• Flexible working hours to accommodate your needs
• The opportunity to work in a well-resourced school with excellent facilities
• Ongoing support from Dunbar Education, including access to training and CPD opportunities

If you are passionate about working with children and are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in the classroom, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply: If you are passionate about teaching and are committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role

If this position isn't quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.