Job Introduction
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Oakdale Junior School
27.5 hours, term time, plus inset days (39 working weeks)
Grade D, SCP 5 - 6 £24,790, £25,183 FTE (£12.85 - £13.05 per hour)
Actual Salary £15,777- £16,027 per annum pro rata
Fixed Term until 31st August 2026 (Possible option to become permanent)
Oakdale Junior School is a large, purpose-built school which enjoys a hugely positive reputation within the community it serves. The school is a busy, thriving community with impressive facilities and a supportive senior leadership team. The school is part of Coastal Learning Partnership Multi Academy Trust; a vibrant, collaborative Trust of twenty schools working together around shared goals, values and aspirations.
The school is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work with a child with specific learning needs until the child they are supporting leaves the school. If you are a candidate who has the ability to motivate and encourage children and is enthusiastic, responsible and enjoys working with children. We would love to hear from you if you:
- Have previous experience as a school-based TA
- Have experience with supporting SEND children
- Employ strategies to support independent learning
You will join an established, friendly team and a network of colleagues across the Partnership. Please visit the school website for further information about the school www.oakdalejunior.co.uk . Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Ali Sinclair on 01202 685800.
External candidates: Please send a completed application form to:
office@oakdalejunior.coastalpartnership.co.uk
Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 6th February 2025
Interviews: Thursday 13th February 2025
In accordance with our safer recruitment practices, CVs from external candidates will not be accepted.
To comply with our statutory safer recruitment practices and obligations, we are unable to shortlist incomplete applications. Please ensure you include a full employment and education history, details of two referees and explain any gaps in employment. CVs will not be accepted from external candidates.