Teaching Assistant

Loxley Hall School, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8RS

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  18 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £27,274.00 - £28,153.00 Annually (Actual) Grade 5 NJC 6-9

Teaching Assistant job summary

Teaching Assistant

Join Our Team at Loxley Hall School

Loxley Hall School is seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team on a permanent basis.

This rewarding role involves supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging learning experiences, helping pupils to thrive both academically and personally. You will provide whole-class support, work closely with individuals and small groups, and deliver targeted interventions to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve success.

At Loxley Hall School, we believe that every young person deserves to feel safe, valued, understood and listened to. Our pupils come from across Staffordshire and have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often alongside associated behavioural challenges.

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, energetic and passionate about working with young people. Most importantly, we are seeking an individual who can build positive relationships, inspire confidence and help our pupils realise their potential.

Why Join Loxley Hall School?

Working at Loxley Hall is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of young people.

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• The opportunity to positively impact the lives of pupils with SEMH needs.
• Smaller class sizes, enabling you to develop meaningful relationships and provide personalised support.
• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative staff team that values wellbeing, kindness and mutual respect.
• Strong leadership and governance committed to continuous improvement and investing in both staff and school development.
• The freedom to be creative and innovative, supporting engaging and practical learning experiences.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities tailored to your career aspirations.
• A school culture where inclusion, belonging and positive relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

Above all, Loxley Hall School is a place where staff are valued, encouraged and supported to help young people overcome challenges, build confidence and achieve their full potential.

Training and Development

We are committed to helping our staff grow and succeed. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive induction and essential training through our Staff Development Programme, together with ongoing opportunities for professional development aligned to their career goals.

Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme and a range of staff benefits, including:

• Tech and Cycle to Work Schemes
• Health and Wellbeing Support
• Financial Advice Services
• Thinkwell Fast-Track Counselling
• Physiotherapy Services
• Retail Discounts at supermarkets, high street stores and attractions

We'd Love to Hear From You

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to work in a school where every child matters, we would be delighted to hear from you.

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school and experience first-hand what makes Loxley Hall such a special place to work.

Guided tours are available for individuals and groups.

📞 To arrange a visit, please contact the School Office on 01889 723050.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Checks

Loxley Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

• Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 guidance.
• This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory references.
• Our safeguarding and recruitment policies, including Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Disclosure of Criminal Convictions, can be viewed on our website - Policies - Loxley Hall School

Loxley Hall School is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Loxley Hall School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Size: 105 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Loxley Hall School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/loxley-hall-school-uttoxeter

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