Bank Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Settle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a Bank Teaching Assistant to support students with complex learning difficulties at Underley Garden School. The role involves working alongside teachers to facilitate learning and provide pastoral care. The position offers flexible hours and pays £12.50 per hour. The ideal candidate will have experience with children with special educational needs and possess strong communication skills. Join us to make a positive impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing benefits

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Cycle to Work Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience working with children who have complex learning difficulties.
• Ability to manage and support behavior in a classroom environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and school policies.

Responsibilities

• Support learning activities under teacher guidance.
• Provide pastoral support for students.
• Assist in managing student behaviour.

Skills

Collaboration with teachers

Behaviour management

Confidentiality

Pastoral support

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Bank Teaching Assistant

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2DZ

Salary: £12.50 per hour

Hours: As Needed, Flexible

Contract: Bank

Start: October 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the role

The post holder is expected to work in collaboration with the teacher to meet the personal, social and learning needs of pupils with a range of complex learning difficulties and disabilities. The main focus of the role is to support pupils. The post holder will be expected to:

• Work with the teachers to support the learning and progress of pupils
• Work in collaboration with the form tutor to provide pastoral support and guidance to pupils
• Support the transition and organisation of pupils throughout the 24 hour curriculum

Specific Duties

• Under the guidance of the teachers, support in structured learning activities and assist individuals or groups of pupils with their learning
• Manage CYP behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and apply appropriate and effective behaviour management in line with school policy and individual behaviour support plans
• To work within school policies and procedures
• To attend staff training/meetings as appropriate
• To demonstrate good practice in confidentiality with regard to pupils and their learning
• Contribute to and be involved in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan

About Us

Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils aged 5-19 who have a range of complex needs associated with autism and learning disabilities, including complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs associated with their disabilities.

Our School adopts a holistic, person-centred approach to the development of our pupils and endeavours to ensure that they achieve as high a standard as possible. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet the individual requirements of students with complex special educational needs.

At Underley Garden, we aim to make a positive difference to the personal, social and learning lives of the people entrusted to our care.

Located near the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales in a commutable distance of Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas.

About Outcomes First Group

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided support and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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?

• 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 place the outcomes of the pupils 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 safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. 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. While 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.