Teaching Assistant

Oasisacademynewoak; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff in the delivery of educational provision for learners. The role includes preparing learning resources, contributing to lesson planning, and providing pastoral support. Required qualifications include a minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, particularly in English and Maths. A supportive environment with opportunities for professional development is offered. Interested candidates should apply before 23rd February 2026.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience in class supervision to achieve positive learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons.
• Prepare resources to support learning activities.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in tandem with teaching staff

Empathetic and understanding towards students

Education

A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification desirable

Job description

* Teaching Assistant# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: OCL SCP 4-8 (£25,185 - £26,824 FTE)Posted: 6th February 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 23rd February 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1533552Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1533552* Share :Oasis Academy New Oak currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.**Job requirements (Please see the attached job description for full list of requirements):*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths.* Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes.* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff.* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students.**Recruitment timeline**We are looking to get the right candidate in role as soon as possible. We actively encourage early applications, and the position will close on Monday 23rd February 2026 at 11.59pm. We reserve the right to close the position early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.You must fill out the Application Form provided, we do not accept CVs.As a Teaching Assistant within Oasis Academy New Oak, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy New Oak is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy New OakPart of### Oasis Community Learning