Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Egginton CP; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Egginton is looking for a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support students with Autism and additional needs. This role offers a unique benefit of a 4-Day Working Week while maintaining full-time pay. Candidates should have a driving license and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Mental health support services

Health checks and wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Compassion and commitment to helping young people.
• Willingness to support students with additional needs.
• Confidence and adaptability in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in preparing lessons and delivering learning experiences.
• Guide pupils through personalised learning plans.
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour.

Skills

English & Maths Level 2 (GCSE Grade C / 4 or above)

Full UK Driving Licence

Positive, resilient attitude

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

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

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work / life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Longdon Park School, Egginton, DE65 6GU

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

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00am–4:00pm | Wednesday 8:00am–5:00pm

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: December 2025

UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

Are you looking for a role where your work truly matters — where every smile, breakthrough, and moment of connection makes an impact?

At Longdon Park School, we’re expanding our dedicated team and searching for compassionate, enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join us in transforming lives.

Our school provides a safe, nurturing, and creative environment for children and young people with Autism and additional needs — and we’re proud to help each pupil unlock their confidence, independence, and love of learning.

This isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to inspire growth, build trust, and be part of something life-changing.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff in a collaborative environment that values empathy, creativity, and personal growth.

You Will :

• Support teaching staff in preparing lessons and delivering engaging, hands‑on learning experiences.
• Work 1 and in small groups, guiding pupils through personalised learning plans.
• Encourage emotional regulation and positive behaviour through patience, understanding, and consistency.
• Supervise and inspire pupils during classroom and outdoor activities, promoting independence and confidence.
• Build trusted relationships that make pupils feel safe, valued, and motivated.
• Create a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.
• You’ll be part of a close‑knit, caring team that works together to help every pupil achieve their very best.

What We’re Looking For

You don’t need prior classroom experience — we’ll provide full training and support. What truly matters is your compassion, commitment, and enthusiasm for helping young people overcome challenges and succeed.

You’ll Bring:

• English & Maths Level 2 (GCSE Grade C / 4 or above)
• A Full UK Driving Licence
• A positive, resilient attitude and genuine care for supporting young people with additional needs
• The confidence and adaptability to work both in the classroom and outdoors
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

If you’re patient, proactive, and passionate about helping every child find their voice — you belong here.

About us

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015. We are a co‑educational day school catering for pupils aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro‑social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults 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 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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• 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 reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

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.

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