Subject Teaching Assistant (Science and Design Technology)

Main purpose

Woodeaton Manor School is a secondary provision for pupils aged 11-16, who have social and emotional difficulties including high functioning autism. 

Our pupils follow the KS3/4 national curriculum, working towards the attainment of GCSEs within a therapeutic and nurturing environment. 

Our staff are committed to providing educational experiences which are founded upon equal opportunities, enrichment, and entitlement. Genuine respect for others, feelings of value and self-worth are embedded in our daily practice. 

We maintain a supportive positive and purposeful atmosphere, where opportunities to success are plentiful. A fresh start, a new beginning, a fantastic opportunity to prove the ‘YOU CAN DO IT’ all come as standard in OUR school. 

We are looking for passionate, proactive, and dedicated Teaching Assistants who are dedicated to improving learning opportunities for children and young people.

From 16 to 33.5 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday. between the hours of 8.20am - 15.00pm, Wednesday 8am – 4pm and Friday 8.20am-14.45pm (days and hours to be discussed in interview)

We would like to hear from you if

• You have good numeracy, literacy, and ICT skills (GCSE Level 4 or equivalent in English and Maths is desirable as is knowledge or experience relating to Science and Design Technology)
• You have the ability to work with a range of children and young people with additional and complex needs
• You are a team player who can build good working relationships with colleagues
• You are flexible, enthusiastic, and resilient, with a good sense of humour
• You are committed to ongoing personal development
• You have high aspirations in teaching and learning for all children and young people

What can we offer you

• The opportunity to work with a progressive and forward-thinking multi-academy trust, where you are making a difference to the lives of young people.
• Opportunities for development and career progression
• Extensive induction programme and ongoing CPD and training

·        A range of staff benefits including one well-being day per term (after a qualifying period, pro rata for part-time employees), access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a workplace pension scheme (LGPS)

• Free eye test for DSE users
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free tea and coffee
• Refer a friend bonus (up to £500)
• A positive and friendly working environment

Job details

Location: Woodeaton Manor School, Woodeaton, Oxfordshire, OX3 9TS

Salary: Grade 6, SCP 8-13 £13.47-£14.60 Per Hour, Actual Salary £9,402.51 - £21,330.84 per Year.

Hours: From 16 to 33.5 hours per week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday. between the hours of 8.20am - 15.00pm, Wednesday 8am – 4pm and Friday 8.20am-14.45pm (days and hours to be discussed in interview)

Contract type: Full time (Part time hours are available). Permanent, Term time only

Reporting to: Headteacher

Responsible for: N/A

Start date: ASAP (subject to the completion of all necessary checks)