At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a student with diverse needs throughout the school day and promote their independence.
- Company: Join the vibrant community at Oxford High School, a leader in girls' education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, free lunches, and generous pension schemes.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and collaboration with various professionals.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on a student's life while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to inclusion and student support.
The predicted salary is between 23600 - 23600 £ per year.
Required from: 1st September 2026
Contract term: Fixed Term
Hours: Full Time or Part Time, Term Time Only
Salary: Full time £23600 p.a Part time £19700 p.a
Specialist Student Support Role
We are seeking to appoint two compassionate, organised and proactive Teaching Assistants to provide dedicated support for a student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The student is bright, friendly, gentle, loves learning and has a complex profile of social, emotional and sensory needs. The student has a diagnosis of autism, ADHD, DCD and hyperacusis and presents with a disordered profile of social communication and language strengths and needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a student’s educational experience, wellbeing and independence within a supportive school environment.
The Role:
The successful candidates will provide tailored support throughout the school day, including during lessons, transitions, break and lunch times, clubs, school trips and extracurricular activities. Working closely with teaching staff, parents and external professionals, you will help ensure the student can fully access the curriculum, develop independence and feel secure, included and supported in all aspects of school life.
The role will involve collaboration with a range of professionals including:
- Occupational Therapists
- Speech and Language Therapists
- Autism Advisory Teachers
- Play Therapists
- Clinical Psychologists
- Physiotherapists and other external agencies
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent emotional, social and academic support throughout the school day.
- Support communication, organisation, planning and engagement with learning.
- Promote independence and inclusion at all times.
- Support transitions between classes and activities.
- Provide supervision and support during unstructured times, including break and lunch.
- Assist with clubs, PE provision, physiotherapy programmes and school trips.
- Support the student with emotional regulation using a calm and attuned approach.
- Monitor progress and maintain detailed records.
- Attend and minute meetings relating to the student.
- Lead and coordinate aspects of the EHCP review process, including liaison with the Local Authority.
- Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external professionals.
- Organise staff training and contribute to risk assessments where appropriate.
- Undertake any additional administrative tasks as directed by the SENDCo/Head of NASH.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, empathetic and flexible approach.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to remain calm, observant and responsive in a busy school environment.
- A genuine commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and student-centred support.
- Experience supporting students with autism, ADHD, sensory needs or social communication differences would be highly desirable.
This role may occasionally involve attendance on school trips, including possible evening or overnight stays. Safeguarding responsibilities apply to this role and successful applicants will be subject to enhanced safer recruitment checks.
About Oxford High School:
Since its foundation over 150 years ago in the heart of Oxford's historic city centre, Oxford High School has been innovative and pioneering in its approach to girls' education. Today, Oxford High School is a happy and vibrant place to work: our girls are highly motivated and ambitious, supportive yet self-aware. From our youngest Reception pupils through to our longest-serving members of staff, there is a real sense of pride at being part of the Oxford High community. As well as our commitment to girls' education, we are committed to investing in our staff's personal development through training and learning initiatives and via the GDST network.
Benefits:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free school lunches
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
Closing date: Sunday 2 August at 23.59 hours
Interviews: Wednesday the 12th of August
Oxford High School and The GDST are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Teaching Assistant (2 Positions Available). in Oxford employer: Oxford High School GDST
Oxford High School GDST is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and supportive work environment in the heart of Oxford. With a strong commitment to professional development, competitive salaries, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, employees are empowered to grow and thrive. The school not only prioritises the education of girls but also invests in its staff through extensive training opportunities and generous benefits, making it a rewarding place to build a career in education.
