Job Description

Employer
Manor Primary School
Location
Didcot, Oxfordshire
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time, Term Time
Salary
Associate 3 25,001 FTE (actual: 19,417)
Posted
9th January 2026
Expires
26th January 2026 09:30 AM
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1528788
Suitable for
Other Graduates
Job Reference
MNR006


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Your Opportunity

Manor Primary School are seeking a Teaching Assistant and would welcome applications from individuals who hold a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education. If you are committed to nurturing a love for learning and equipping children with lifelong skills and knowledge to prepare them for their next stage, we would love to hear from you! At Manor Primary School, we wholeheartedly believe in the Department for Education's statement: "No job is more important than working with children in the early years."

What We Offer

The chance to be part of an inspiring new team in an exciting, purpose-driven environment. High-quality professional development opportunities to support your career growth. A rich curriculum and the opportunity to work in a historical setting that enhances learning experiences.

If you are passionate about early years education and eager to make a real difference, apply today to become a key part of our new nursery at Manor Primary School!


Please read the and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About The Didcot Cluster

Aureus Primary School and Manor Primary School make up the Didcot Cluster, a newly established cluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Aureus Primary School and Manor Primary School, the wider Oxfordshire cluster includes; William Morris, Longford Park, Hardwick and Cherry Fields. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Salary:

Associate 3 25,001 FTE (actual: 19,417)

Hours :

32.5hrs - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm - Term time plus INSET (39 weeks)

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Closing Date:

26th January at 9.00am

Interview Date:

TBC




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.