School context:
Shiplake C.E. Primary School is a thriving village school at the heart of its community, known for its strong academic foundations, nurturing environment and close relationships where every child is valued and supported to flourish.

Guided by our Christian vision and the pillars of faith, learning, innovation and community, we encourage curiosity, resilience and compassion so pupils can thrive in school and beyond.

With dedicated staff, supportive governors and an engaged parent community, we work together to maintain high standards and continuous improvement, ensuring every member of our small school plays a role in shaping its culture and future.

As a Teaching Assistant you will take into account the pupils’ individual needs and ensure children can access lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanations, equipment and materials. You will also support children with Special Educational Needs, ensuring they can access a curriculum appropriate to their needs in a safe and inclusive way.

Essential Criteria
Qualifications & Training:

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy (GCSE English and Maths or equivalent).
• Willingness to undertake training associated with the role.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Experience supporting learning or delivering small‑group activities.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of the primary curriculum and how children learn.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage behaviour positively and calmly.
• Ability to follow instructions and also use initiative when appropriate.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.

Personal Qualities

• Warm, patient and approachable.
• Reliable, flexible and proactive.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning and development.
• Reflective and willing to learn.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience delivering specific interventions (e.g. phonics programmes, speech and language activities).
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCPs.
• First Aid training.
• Knowledge of SEND strategies and inclusive practice.
• Experience working across different year groups.

Shortlisting: 12th June 2026
Interviews: to be confirmed

Further information about the role and an application for is available at: https://shiplakeprimary.org.uk/about/recruitment/
Please email completed application forms to office.3810@shiplake.oxon.sch.uk

Safeguarding
Shiplake C.E. Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and follow all safeguarding procedures.