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Teaching Assistant

Manylion swydd
Dyddiad hysbysebu: 14 Tachwedd 2025
Cyflog: £22,160.62 bob blwyddyn
Oriau: Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau: 04 Rhagfyr 2025
Lleoliad: DE65
Gweithio o bell: Ar y safle yn unig
Cwmni: Acorn Care and Education
Math o swydd: Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd: 295388FAJ

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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Longdon Park School, Egginton, DE65 6GU
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am–4:00pm | Wednesday 8:00am–5:00pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: December 2025
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

Are you looking for a role where your work truly matters — where every smile, breakthrough, and moment of connection makes an impact?
At Longdon Park School, we’re expanding our dedicated team and searching for compassionate, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join us in transforming lives.

Our school provides a safe, nurturing, and creative environment for children and young people with Autism and additional needs — and we’re proud to help each pupil unlock their confidence, independence, and love of learning.

This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to inspire growth, build trust, and be part of something life-changing.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff in a collaborative environment that values empathy, creativity, and personal growth.

You Will:

Support teaching staff in preparing lessons and delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
Work 1:1 and in small groups, guiding pupils through personalised learning plans.
Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour through patience, understanding, and consistency.
Supervise and inspire pupils during classroom and outdoor activities, promoting independence and confidence.
Build trusted relationships that make pupils feel safe, valued, and motivated.
Create a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.
You’ll be part of a close-knit, caring team that works together to help every pupil achieve their very best.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need prior classroom experience — we’ll provide full training and support. What truly matters is your compassion, commitment, and enthusiasm for helping young people overcome challenges and succeed.

You’ll Bring:

English & Maths Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or above)
A Full UK Driving Licence
A positive, resilient attitude and genuine care for supporting young people with additional needs
The confidence and adaptability to work both in the classroom and outdoors
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
If you’re patient, proactive, and passionate about helping every child find their voice — you belong here.

About us

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro-social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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