Bank Teaching Assistants

Outcomes First Group; Southampton; In loco; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family growth support

Descrizione del lavoro

Bower Lodge School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking flexible Bank Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 4-11 with autism and complex needs in a nurturing setting.

You will work on a flexible basis, providing 1:1 and group support, assisting teachers, and helping learners build confidence and independence in a calm, inclusive environment.

Competenze

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science at Grade 4/C or above.
• Caring, patient and encouraging approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Calm, resilient and adaptable attitude, especially when faced with challenges.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school colleagues.
• Genuine enthusiasm for helping young people learn, grow and succeed.

Mansioni

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Work alongside teachers to create positive, inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
• Build trusting relationships that help students feel safe, supported and valued.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour through consistent and supportive approaches.
• Adapt your support to meet students' individual learning, social and emotional needs.
• Help maintain a calm, nurturing and welcoming classroom environment.
• Support the wider school team by providing additional assistance and cover when required.

Conoscenze

Caring

Patient

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formazione

GCSEs in English, Maths and Science (Grade 4/C+)

Descrizione del lavoro

Looking for a flexible role that fits around your life while making a real difference to young people? At Bower Lodge School, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and reliable Bank Teaching Assistants to support our students and become part of our welcoming school community. As a member of our bank team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a flexible basis, supporting the school when additional cover is needed. Whether you're balancing family commitments, studying or simply looking for greater flexibility, this could be the perfect opportunity to put your skills to good use. You'll play an important role in helping students build confidence, develop independence and engage positively with learning. No two days will be quite the same, but every day you work will be an opportunity to make a meaningful difference. What you will be doing

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support, helping students engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Work alongside teachers to create positive, inclusive and engaging learning experiences.
• Build trusting relationships that help students feel safe, supported and valued.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour through consistent and supportive approaches.
• Adapt your support to meet students' individual learning, social and emotional needs.
• Help maintain a calm, nurturing and welcoming classroom environment.
• Support the wider school team by providing additional assistance and cover when required.

You’ll bring:

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• A caring, patient and encouraging approach to supporting students.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• A calm, resilient and adaptable attitude, particularly when faced with challenges.
• The ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school colleagues.
• A genuine enthusiasm for helping young people learn, grow and succeed.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

Experience in education, care, youth work or a similar support role would be valuable, and we also welcome applicants with relevant transferable skills. Bower Lodge School is a specialist day school in Dibden, Southampton, for boys and girls aged 4-11 with a diagnosis of autism and complex learning, communication, and sensory needs. With capacity for 40 students, we provide a small, nurturing, and inclusive environment. Our approach is tailored to each child's individual strengths and needs. Through personalised learning and high levels of support, we help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. At Bower Lodge School, every child is valued, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential. At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity. We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students 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 students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• 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