Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Vista Benefits Platform

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is seeking a Teaching Assistant at Brick Lane School in London. You will support pupils with autism and related needs, helping them access learning through personalised activities and consistent support.

You will work with a supportive team, providing classroom, practical and outdoor activities, and assisting with emotional and physical care while following established strategies to help pupils achieve EHCP outcomes.

Qualifications

• Maths and English at grade C or equivalent.
• Compassionate and supportive approach to pupils.
• Willingness to take a dynamic, hands-on role in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with varied needs to access learning and life skills.
• Prepare and deliver engaging classroom, practical and outdoor activities.
• Provide emotional, physical and social support to promote wellbeing.
• Work flexibly across classes as part of a collaborative team.
• Implement strategies guided by teachers and clinical professionals.

Skills

Maths & English grade C

Compassionate approach

Hands-on involvement

Job description

Full Job Description

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work!

Job Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Brick Lane School, London, E2 6DY

Salary: £24,675 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: December 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Brick Lane School, you won’t just support learning — you’ll help shape lives. You’ll work closely with pupils who have a range of needs and strengths, supporting them through personalised learning journeys built on trust, encouragement, and consistency. You’ll assist with preparing engaging lessons, delivering hands‑on activities, and providing essential emotional and physical support. Whether supporting learning in the classroom or facilitating outdoor activities, no two days will be the same.

You’ll be part of a supportive, close‑knit team that values your contribution and encourages your professional development as you grow in confidence and experience.

What You’ll Do

• Support pupils with varied and complex needs to access learning, build independence, and develop key life skills
• Assist with preparing and delivering engaging classroom, practical, and outdoor learning activities
• Provide consistent emotional, physical, and social support to promote wellbeing and positive engagement
• Work flexibly across different classes and learning environments as part of a collaborative, supportive team
• Implement agreed strategies and follow guidance from teachers and clinical professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils

In addition you will support autistic pupils to develop their communication, emotional regulation, independence, and relationships. This includes supporting pupils during playtimes, swimming sessions (including entering the pool where required), educational visits, and with personal/intimate care. You will be expected to work flexibly across classes, contribute positively as a team member, and consistently implement strategies that help pupils achieve their EHCP outcomes.

What you will bring

• Grade C or equivalent in Math's and English required
• A compassionate, adaptable approach to supporting pupils
• A willingness to embrace a dynamic, hands‑on role within a school setting

About Us

Brick Lane School is a specialist school for young people with autism and associated needs. We are committed to providing a pupil‑centred education in a safe, supportive and engaging environment where every young person is encouraged to develop a love of learning. Through strong relationships and a holistic approach to support, we help pupils build confidence, independence and the skills they need to succeed.

With places for up to 76 pupils and small class sizes, we are able to deliver highly personalised learning tailored to individual needs. Our experienced team is trained in trauma‑informed practice, de‑escalation and therapeutic approaches, while specialist interventions and therapy sessions ensure pupils receive the support they need to achieve the outcomes set out in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence‑based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

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

Benefits

• 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

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. 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