At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with special educational needs in a caring and motivational environment.
- Company: Cheney School, part of the River Learning Trust, fostering collaboration and support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extensive training, career progression, and pension schemes.
- Other info: Join a friendly team in a thriving school culture focused on collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills and career.
- Qualifications: Warmth, care, and a passion for helping children with learning difficulties.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team of hard working, friendly people within the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) department. We are looking for someone who is warm, caring and brings out the best in all children. A key aspect of this role will be providing a calm and motivational environment for our students, particularly those with learning difficulties.
The salary is based on a full time role of 37 hours per week, working during term time, plus an additional 5 INSET days. The successful applicant will move Grade 6 on successful completion of the 6 month probationary period.
Cheney School is a large secondary school based in Headington, Oxford. The school is thriving. There is a culture of collaboration, support and care throughout the school, leading to higher standards and greater job satisfaction every year. Our school motto is “think for yourself; act for others”; these are not just empty words, and are an essential part of the way Cheney runs. We couldn’t do what we do without our fantastic staff team. We offer a positive workplace with an exceptionally supportive and open-minded staff body. Visitors always comment that people like each other at Cheney.
We provide excellent opportunities for career progression, training and advancement; the range of Continuing Professional Development is second to none.
This role includes regulated activity relevant to children. The River Learning Trust and Cheney School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and preventing extremism. The Trust is required to conduct a variety of checks and online searches about you as part of their recruitment process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. It is an offence to apply for certain roles within schools if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Teaching Assistant employer: Cheney School
Cheney School in Oxford is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises flexibility and a positive attitude. As a part-time Lettings Assistant, you will benefit from a collaborative environment focused on employee growth and development, while contributing to the community by facilitating access to school facilities. With a commitment to safeguarding and a strong sense of teamwork, Cheney School provides a rewarding opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact.
