Teaching Assistants - 2 x Oakhill + 2 x Dawlish Primary School

Job Vacancy: Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Employer: Opossum Federation

Salary: Grade Sc3, Points 5–6

• FTE: £29,436 - £29,856

• Pro Rata: £25,326.03 - £25,687.38

  Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 Year), 36 hours per week, 44.86 weeks per year

  Start Date: September 2026

  Responsible To: Head of School

Available Locations:

• Oakhill Primary School (Woodford Green) – 2 x Positions Available

• Dawlish Primary School (Leyton) – 2 x Positions Available

All staff are employed on federation wide contracts

About the Opossum Federation

"Enriching Lives, Unleashing Possibilities, Building Futures"

The Opossum Federation is a dynamic family of primary schools located in East London, within the borough of Waltham Forest. Our federation comprises Dawlish Primary School, Newport School, Oakhill Primary School, and Thorpe Hall Primary School.

We are an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional education. In late 2024, both Newport and Oakhill schools achieved 'Outstanding' ratings in every category by Ofsted, while Dawlish and Thorpe Hall firmly hold 'Good' validations. At Opossum, we believe learning should be empowering, inclusive, and designed to spark curiosity. We build emotionally, academically, and morally strong individuals who are ready to make a positive impact on the world.

The Role

We are seeking dedicated, enthusiastic, and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistants to join our collaborative team. In this vital role, you will work under the direction of class teachers and school leadership to provide high-quality support, ensuring our pupils reach their full potential in a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.

Whether assisting individual pupils, running small-group interventions, or supporting classroom management, your contribution will be essential to fostering a love of learning and maintaining high standards of achievement and behavior.

Major Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities1. Support for Pupils

• Supervise and provide tailored support for pupils, including those with special educational needs (SEN), ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.

• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.

• Establish constructive, empathetic relationships with pupils, adjusting interactions to their individual needs.

• Promote inclusion, self-esteem, independence, and acceptance of all learners.

2. Support for Teachers

• Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment, including preparing displays of pupils' work.

• Monitor, record, and provide detailed, regular feedback to teachers regarding pupils' achievement, progress, and classroom challenges.

• Promote excellent pupil behavior and handle classroom incidents promptly and effectively in line with federation policies.

• Provide administrative and clerical support (e.g., photocopying, typing, routine marking, and invigilation).

3. Support for the Curriculum

• Deliver structured, agreed learning activities and teaching programmes (e.g., literacy, numeracy, early years framework), adapting tasks based on pupil responses.

• Support the integration of ICT in learning activities and guide pupils toward technological competence and independence.

• Prepare, maintain, and utilize required learning equipment and resources.

4. Support for the School

• Comply with and uphold all federation policies regarding child protection, safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection.

• Supervise pupils outside of lesson times, including before/after school and during lunch breaks.

• Accompany staff and pupils on educational visits, trips, and out-of-school activities, taking responsibility for a designated group.

• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and performance management frameworks.

Application Process

Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 7th June 2026

To download an application pack, please visit any of our federation school websites:

• Dawlish Primary School

• Newport School

• Oakhill Primary School

• Thorpe Hall Primary School

Please submit your completed application to: hr@opossumed.org

Please note: Only applications submitted directly on the school’s official application form will be considered.

Safeguarding Statement

The Opossum Federation is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, and the submission of a self-disclosure form.