Teaching Assistant - With Lunch Duties
Abbey Woods Academy, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 7LZ6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
16 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
9 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £21,251.00 - £22,274.00 Annually (Actual) NJC Grade 1 Scale Point 3 - Grade 3 Scale Point 6 £25,614 - £26,847 FTE
Teaching Assistant - With Lunch Duties job summary
Abbey Woods Academy
Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.
Abbey Woods Academy caters for approximately 200 pupils aged 3 to 11 and is situated in beautiful, spacious grounds which children enjoy in both their learning and leisure time. Abbey Woods Academy aims for high standards and outstanding achievement in a creative and fun environment, encouraging children to become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens, while placing strong importance on emotional wellbeing, meaningful relationships and a school culture where everyone can succeed.
Job purpose
To provide high quality and safe provision which promotes the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of the children who attend Abbey Woods Academy. To work as part of a team to ensure the efficient and effective running of the Classroom/Year Group.
Main duties and responsibilities
Promote the health, safety and welfare of children and assist the teacher on a whole class basis or for identified children.
Follow all relevant OFSTED and school policies and procedures.
Demonstrate inclusive practice at all times.
Assist with children hygiene requirements.
Model positive social interaction and play and provide exciting learning experiences.
Participate in staff meetings and support behaviour policy.
Deliver prepared lessons in lieu of the teacher if necessary.
Provide lunchtime supervision and support for pupils, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and positive behaviour in accordance with school policies.
Assist the class teacher in the general management of the class.
Ensure contributions to assessments are accurate and up to date.
Observe, assess and respond to children’s learning and needs.
Work with children in small groups or on a one to one basis.
Prepare activities, paperwork and administrative support.
Retain confidentiality at all times.
Undertake playground supervisory duty as directed.
Health and Safety responsibilities
Complete First Aid training and administer First Aid.
Ensure child safety and comfort when unwell.
Comply with safety, security and hygiene standards.
Report maintenance issues and major concerns appropriately.
Professional Development Responsibilities
Attend training courses as required.
Keep knowledge up to date regarding educational practice, health and safety and safeguarding.
School Development Responsibilities
Contribute to planning and developing good practice.
Share knowledge gained through practice and training.
Other Responsibilities
Assist with stock control and classroom organisation.
Support day to day administration and record maintenance.
Undertake other duties instructed by the Headteacher.
Benefits
As part of Anthem Schools Trust, staff benefit from a supportive working environment and access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support, professional development opportunities and financial benefits.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, suitable references and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection are trained in safer recruitment, and all staff and volunteers undertake child protection training.
A Welcome from the Headteacher
Thank you for your interest in joining Abbey Woods Academy.
At Abbey Woods, we believe that every child deserves to feel valued, inspired and successful. We are a warm, inclusive primary school at the heart of our community, where relationships matter, expectations are high and children are encouraged to be the very best versions of themselves.
Our values of Community, Aspiration, Respect and Equality (CARE) shape everything we do. We are proud of our ambitious journey of improvement and are looking for teachers who share our commitment to ensuring every child thrives both academically and personally.
We are seeking enthusiastic, experienced and reflective teachers who genuinely enjoy working with children and who understand the difference that positive relationships can make. We want colleagues who believe in our CARE values and who share our ambition for every child to thrive.
We are looking for teachers with a growth mindset, high expectations and a passion for making learning meaningful, memorable and inspiring. We want practitioners who can bring energy and creativity to the classroom, injecting life into learning whilst never losing sight of strong outcomes. The successful candidate will be someone who sees every child as an individual, builds strong relationships with families and colleagues, and is determined to help every pupil succeed, regardless of their starting point.
At Abbey Woods, you will join a supportive and collaborative team who work hard for one another and for the children we serve. We value creativity, professionalism, kindness and a willingness to go the extra mile. In return, we offer a welcoming environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real difference to our children and community.
If you are looking for a school where you can grow, contribute and be part of something special, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged and strongly recommended. Come and meet our wonderful children, spend time with our team and experience first-hand what makes Abbey Woods such a special place to learn and work.
I look forward to welcoming you to Abbey Woods.
Mrs Mandy Jacques
Headteacher
Abbey Woods Academy
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Abbey Woods Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 138 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Abbey Woods Academy website
Abbey Woods Academy is a rapidly improving and friendly school in South Oxfordshire. We are an easy commute from the surrounding towns such as Abingdon, Didcot and Wallingford, along with good transport links to Oxford and Reading.
Abbey Woods Academy is proud to be part of Anthem Schools Trust, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives. Through the Trust, we provide high-quality professional development, coaching and leadership opportunities. This includes a number of specialist Trust-wide roles that offer talented teachers and leaders the opportunity to develop in their career and make an even bigger difference to children and young people.
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