Teaching Assistant

St Christopher's Church of England School, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3LA

10 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  3rd September 2026

• Closing date

  31 August 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 August 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,185.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary from £17,121 gross

Teaching Assistant job summary

We are looking for someone who:

Ideally, has experience of/ is also willing to develop their knowledge through training, of working with children with SEMH needs.

Is aware of strategies to de-escalate behaviour and support children to re-engage with learning.

Is sensitive to the social and emotional needs for the child.

Can establish good relationships with children whilst setting firm boundaries.

Is able to identify children's strengths and targets to help build their development

Is confident in working with pupils on a 1:1 basis, small group basis and assisting the class teachers where necessary

Is able to work alongside outside agencies (including attending meetings) to support the learning and development of the child.

Has good interpersonal skills especially when dealing with children, colleagues and parents/carers whilst upholding the ethos of the school.

Is supportive and keen to work as a part of a dedicated team and to be involved in school life

Will support and enhance the values of our school.

What St Christopher’s can offer:

Enthusiastic children who want to learn.

A strong, happy and motivated staff team.

Broad range of CPD opportunities.

Large grounds with provision for outdoor learning and forest school.

A supportive and forward-thinking Governing Body.

Part of a very successful Multi Academy Trust with strong links with other local schools.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Christopher’s CE Primary School and the Oxford Diocesan Schools Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post involves the type of work with children and young people that requires applicants to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post. All safer recruitment checks are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed.

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.

About St Christopher's Church of England School

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 5 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 125 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 5 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Christopher's Church of England School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-christopher-s-church-of-england-school-lechlade

St Christopher’s stands on the edge of the picturesque village of Langford, surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers a happy, safe and friendly environment for children and their families. We are very proud of our school family, our vision enables all children to 'be the best they can be' and SHINE. We foster learning that develops children's personal, social and emotional skills, developing and sustaining well-being as well as equipping them with skills for the future.

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