At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a pupil with EHCP, deliver interventions, and promote positive learning experiences.
- Company: Join the vibrant Oxford High School, part of the leading Girls Day School Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, free lunches, and discounts for children at GDST schools.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and a commitment to safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in education, understanding of SEND, and strong communication skills.
Location: Oxford Prep School
Hours: Full time, term time, 5 days a week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract 1 Year
Salary: £20,963.96 pro rata (FTE £26,000.00)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant (Level 3) to provide high-quality classroom support alongside specialist 1:1 support for a pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Working closely with teachers, the Learning Support Team, parents, and external professionals, you will help ensure the pupil can fully access learning, achieve their individual targets, and develop confidence, independence, and wellbeing. You will also contribute to supporting pupils across the wider classroom and school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Specialist 1:1 EHCP Support
- Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil in line with their EHCP and individual targets.
- Deliver agreed interventions and support programmes, including those recommended by external professionals.
- Monitor, record, and evaluate progress, contributing to assessment and planning processes.
- Promote independence, self-esteem, inclusion, and positive engagement in learning.
- Teaching & Learning Support
- Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective learning experiences.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and achievement.
- Prepare and adapt learning resources to meet individual needs.
- Support educational visits and wider curriculum activities.
- Pastoral Care
- Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' social and emotional development.
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
- Assist with supervision during break times, lunchtimes, and pupil transitions as required.
- Provide first aid if appropriately qualified.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with teachers, learning support staff, parents, and external agencies.
- Maintain accurate records and communicate pupil progress and concerns appropriately.
- Uphold confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities at all times.
- Professional Development
- Participate in training, performance reviews, and professional development opportunities.
- Contribute positively to the wider life of the school, including meetings and school events.
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Have experience supporting children in an educational setting.
- Demonstrate an understanding of SEND and EHCP provision.
- Be patient, empathetic, and committed to helping pupils achieve their potential.
- Possess strong communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.
- Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and professionals.
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
About Oxford High School:
Since its foundation over 150 years ago in the heart of Oxford's historic city centre, Oxford High School GDST has been innovative and pioneering in its approach to girls' education. Today, Oxford High School is a happy and vibrant place to work. 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 Girls Day School Trust network.
Benefits:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities
- Training grants for qualifications
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance benefit
- Free school lunches
- A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
- Interest-free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans
- A Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
Application Details:
For further details and to apply please click on the apply button. Closing date: 2359 Wednesday 28th October 2026. We encourage early applications and reserve the right to interview candidates as applications are received; please note that the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found.
Safeguarding:
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 and online checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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