Specialist Teaching Assistant– Arbour Vale School and Satellite Centre

OHCAT; Slough; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

OHCAT's Arbour Vale School and Satellite Centre is seeking a Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The post is 33.5 hours per week, term time only, with a salary of £22,857.97 plus SSA allowances (pro rata adjustments apply).

The role requires safeguarding commitment and teamwork to deliver high standards of pupil support. Interviews will be scheduled after the closing date, and successful candidates will undergo enhanced DBS checks.

Job description

Specialist Teaching Assistant– Arbour Vale School and Satellite Centre

Arbour Vale School and Satellite Centre Level 4, Point 19 – £22,857.97+ SSA allowance £1,047.89 per annum (FTE £28,686.00+ SSA allowance £1,315.07 per annum) 33.5 hours per week, term time only (Monday 8.30am – 4.30pm; Tuesday - Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm) Application End Date: 24/11/2026

Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.

Closing Date: 12 Noon Tuesday 24 th November 2026

Interviews will take place: to be confirmed

Safeguarding Statement:

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

In line with the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, the Trust reserves the right to request and review references prior to interview as part of our safer recruitment process. Any concerns raised will be followed up with the applicant before a recruitment decision is made.