Teaching Assistant

Oakwood Primary Academy · Plymouth, South West

Teaching Assistant at Oakwood Primary Academy, based in Plymouth, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Plymouth, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
10 hours ago
Closes
21 Oct 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference 3244d320a346ddfb2212bc43ee16b93b9b98dae7

About the role

We are welcoming applications from colleagues with a dedication and drive for excellent outcomes for all children both academically and pastorally. You may be a new entrant into our profession or already have experience.

Colleagues will benefit from training and support appropriate to their stage and experience to enable them to be successful. We are looking for skilled team players who are able to work at pace and with dedication. Successful applicants will be rewarded with an opportunity to make substantial differences to the lives of our children with high socio-economic challenges and high aspirations.

We have schools that are continuing their journeys towards excellence. Our local community and families deserve to be served by excellent staff who enjoy their work. We believe that our small Trust has the best combination of a family feel whilst still offering progression opportunities across a number of schools.

For the successful candidate, we currently offer free wraparound care for employee children and grandchildren in our schools and have implemented wellbeing weeks this year. Our refurbishment programme is underway which will lead to an inspiring environment for all staff and children.

For full details about the role, including responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the full job description attached to the advert.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Closing Date: 21 October 2026

We encourage enquiries to be emailed to [email removed] or you can contact us on [phone removed] EXT 212

Please note that we reserve the right to appoint to the post prior to the closing date.

Discovery Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and other pre-employment checks.

Reference: 3244d320a346ddfb2212bc43ee16b93b9b98dae7 · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 21 Oct 2026 · Listed via Oakwood Primary Academy

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