1-1 Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Discounts (UK & international)

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Bluebank School, part of Outcomes First Group, seeks a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs. You’ll provide personalised assistance, build trust, and help the pupil access learning and daily activities within a supportive team.

Start in September 2026, with a permanent term-time role and a focus on safeguarding and pupil welfare. The role offers 37.5 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.00pm, at Bluebank School in Derbyshire, with a salary of £22,160.62 per

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional and complex needs.
• Calm, patient and compassionate approach.
• Willingness to learn and develop your skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support, helping a pupil access learning and work towards individual goals.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Adapt activities to support communication, learning, emotional and social needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil across classroom, outdoor activities and educational visits.
• Work with teachers, therapists, families and professionals for consistent support.
• Track progress and contribute to individual support plans and reviews.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Full Job Description

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work

Job Title: 1-1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Bluebank School, Whittington Moor, Derbyshire, S41 8LQ

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday-Friday | 8.30am - 4.00pm

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: September 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Bluebank School, we're looking for a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalised support to a pupil with additional and complex needs. This is more than a classroom support role. You'll become a trusted and consistent presence in a young person’s school day, helping them overcome barriers, discover their strengths and develop the confidence, independence and skills they need for the future. You'll be part of a supportive team who will work alongside you, helping you develop your skills and giving you the opportunity to see the real difference your work makes.

What you will be doing

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support, helping a pupil access learning and work towards their individual goals.
• Build a positive, trusting relationship, providing consistency, encouragement and reassurance.
• Adapt activities and approaches to support the pupil’s communication, learning, emotional and social needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive engagement throughout the school day.
• Support the pupil across a variety of settings, including classroom learning, outdoor activities, enrichment and educational visits.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, families and other professionals to provide consistent, personalised support.
• Track progress, celebrate achievements and contribute to individual support plans and reviews.

About you

• Caring, patient and genuinely passionate about helping young people thrive.
• Calm, consistent and resilient, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
• Adaptable and creative in your approach to supporting learning and engagement.
• A confident communicator who enjoys working as part of a wider team.
• Positive and proactive, with a willingness to learn and develop your skills.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Driving licence required

About Bluebank School

Bluebank School is an Acorn Education school in Chesterfield, supporting pupils with SEMH and complex needs. We provide a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil feels valued and supported. Small classes and personalised programmes help pupils develop academic, social, and life skills. Our inclusive approach empowers young people to grow in confidence, resilience, and independence. Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support