SEN Teaching Assistant
John Watson School, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX33 1NN3 days remaining to apply
Start date details
TBC upon successful completion of safer recruitment checks
Closing date
30 April 2026 at 5pm
Date listed
7 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Actual Salary £18,235.86-£19,758.69, Term time only, 30 hours per week
SEN Teaching Assistant job summary
‘....Make a Difference Every Day....’
Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Ready to build or grow a meaningful career in SEND?
We are looking for kind, patient and adaptable Teaching Assistants to join our supportive and nurturing team. Whether you already have experience or are considering a rewarding career change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on pupils’ lives every day.
Why Join Us?
We value our staff and are committed to your wellbeing and development. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive induction programme and ongoing CPD, including specialist SEND training
- Paid wellbeing days and free flu vaccinations
- On-site parking
- Flexible working options (part-time and job share considered)
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus (earn up to £500)
- A welcoming, therapeutic and highly supportive school culture
About the Role
Working pattern:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:45 – 15:00
- Tuesday: 08:45 – 16:00
- Includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
In this role, you will:
- Support pupils with SLD, PMLD and ASD in class and across the school
- Assist with learning activities, therapy programmes and individual targets (IEPs)
- Take part in enrichment activities, including swimming, PE, community visits and horse riding
- Provide personal and intimate care where required
- Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing and independence
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary teams
About you
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Calm, patient and resilient, with a positive attitude
- A team player who is motivated to learn and develop
- Experienced in working with children or young people (education, care, youth work, etc.)
- Ideally familiar with supporting pupils with EHCPs or additional needs
Qualifications:
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent) – desirable
Apply Now
If you’re ready to start or continue a rewarding career where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today – early applications are encouraged.
To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact:
Amy Wilkinson, School Business Manager
📞 01865 452725
📧 sbm@johnwatsonschool.org
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
This role involves a high level of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check (including Barred List where applicable) and online searches for publicly available information.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About John Watson School
- School type
- Academy, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- Up to 110 pupils
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- John Watson School website
John Watson School is committed to providing high quality learning experiences to all our children and young people. We offer a relevant and balanced education that recognises individual achievement and prepares each individual well for their future lives. Please take a look at our website to find out more about our school. If you would like further information or wish to visit the school, please contact the school office. Staff in the school are committed to the development and maintenance of policies which promote and safeguard the welfare of all children, undertaking this with particular sensitivity to needs arising from pupils’ gender, race, culture, religion, language and disability.
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