Job Description

Employer
Aureus School
Location
Didcot, Oxfordshire
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Full Time, Part Time, Term Time
Contract Length
until 31st August 2026
Salary
22,918.66 FTE 18,073.72 (Actual)
Posted
7th July 2025
Expires
18th July 2025 09:30 AM
Start Date
1st September 2025
Job ID
1498082
Suitable for
Other Graduates
Job Reference
AURTA0725


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Are you an inspiring Teaching Assistant looking for your next challenge?

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and collaborative inclusion team, to support the learning and development of our students.

If you have a passion for working with young people, with a focus on students' learning, their social and emotional development and are looking to work within a supportive and professional team, we would love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity

Come and join the growing Inclusion Team to enthuse and engage our students with our innovative curriculum. We are looking to expand our team and are seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant.


The ideal candidate will be willing to deliver 'Outdoor Learning' style lessons aimed at students who require additional support with their social and communication skills. This role is crucial in helping our students engage with their peers and enhance their learning experiences in a supportive outdoor environment.


We promote inclusion of all students and recognise students' entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum whilst meeting their individual needs. We recognise that some students may require more support than others and we aim to plan accordingly. Every individual is valued, learning is enjoyed, success is celebrated and responsibility is shared enabling our students to grow into responsible, questioning citizens who play a full and active role in society.

About Aureus School

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas.


We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education and centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed. As a purpose built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience.



Our mission is simple: Cultivating ambition; high standards for all.


We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student's experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards.

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 Local 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

Start Date:

1st September 2025

Hours:

33 hours a week - 8.15am - 3.15pm Monday to Friday (3.45pm finish on Thursday for meetings)

Contract Type:

Fixed Term contract until 31st August 2026

Salary:

22,918.66

Actual Salary:

18,073.72

Closing Date:

Friday 18th July at 9.30am

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.