Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Bagillt; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Wales seeks a Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to impact young lives positively, with responsibilities including preparing learning materials and fostering a nurturing environment. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits as part of a trial for a 4-Day Working Week.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Access to Vista Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting or with young people with additional learning needs.
• GCSEs in English and Maths required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils diagnosed with Autism and additional needs.
• Prepare learning materials and run classroom activities.
• Assist in emotional and physical development.

Skills

Adaptability

Responsiveness

Caring approach

Education

GCSE C or above in English and Maths

Job description

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Details

• Job Title: Teaching Assistant
• Location: Chestnut Hill School, Holywell, CH8 9DX
• Salary: £22,300 per annum (not pro rata)
• Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 8-5, Fri 8-3
• Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
• Start: September 2025

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Enjoy a rewarding career in education and have a real impact on pupils and young people’s lives. Join a dedicated team creating supportive, nurturing environments where pupils achieve more than expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with pupils diagnosed with Autism and possibly additional needs. Your role involves helping them get the best from their education, preparing learning materials, running classroom activities, and supporting their emotional and physical development.

Every day presents new challenges and opportunities to grow professionally, with support and guidance from colleagues.

Who We Are Looking For

• GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Experience in an educational setting and/or working with young people with additional learning needs

We value adaptability, responsiveness, and a caring approach, with roles both indoors and outdoors.

About Us

Chestnut Hill is a small, independent school for autistic pupils aged 8-19, providing an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment. We focus on fostering friendships, aspirations, and skills for life, working collaboratively with families and professionals.

Located in Holywell, Wales, part of Outcomes First Group, a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people.

Why Join Us?

We offer an exceptional reward package including Life Assurance, Pension, Wellbeing support, and access to Vista, our Flexible Benefits Platform, offering various health, wellbeing, and financial benefits.

All applicants will undergo safeguarding checks, including social media and DBS.

We may close the vacancy early if we receive many applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, subject to probation. This is part of the 4-Day Working Week trial, not a contractual benefit.