Teaching Assistant

Oxford Outcomes; Halesworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in providing education support as a Teaching Assistant at Bramfield House School. In this role, you will assist young people with special education needs, promoting their independence and providing critical support in an enriching environment. Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week and a comprehensive benefits package while making a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension options

Mental health support

Physical health checks

Flexible benefits platform

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience working with young people with special education needs is valued.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain caring relationships with pupils.
• Liaise with colleagues regarding pupils’ concerns and achievements.
• Support pupils with behavioral or literacy interventions.

Skills

Caring relationships

Communication

Behavioral management

Job description

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 Title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Bramfield House School, Suffolk, IP19 9AB

Salary: £18,955 per annum (not pro-rata)

Hours: 34 hours per week; Monday & Tuesday 8.15 - 4pm, Wednesday & Thursday 8.15 - 3.30pm, Friday 8.15 - 2.45pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for Teaching Assistants to join our close-knit team at Bramfield House School in Suffolk.

About The Role

To work as part of ‘one team’ to assist in the education and care of young people with special education needs. Provide support within the classroom to promote independence, assist in curriculum delivery, and offer specialist support to pupils.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain caring, consistent relationships with pupils.
• Liaise with colleagues regarding pupils’ issues, concerns, or achievements.
• Contribute to planning and reviews, including Progress Reports.
• Work one-to-one on specific programs (e.g., behavioral or literacy interventions).
• Supervise pupils during transitions and when they need time out.
• Support pupils during break and lunch times with recreational activities.
• Model appropriate behaviour and act as a positive role model.

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence

About Us

Bramfield House School is an independent residential special educational needs school for boys aged 7–16 with social, emotional, mental health, and communication difficulties. Located in rural Suffolk, we offer extensive facilities and a dedicated multidisciplinary team to support learning and activities. This role is in Halesworth, within commuting distance of Lowestoft, Diss, and surrounding areas.

Part of Acorn Education and Outcomes First Group, we’re committed to providing innovative, outcome-focused education for vulnerable pupils. In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why Join Acorn Education?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Life Assurance, Pension options, mental health support, and physical health checks. Our flexible benefits platform, Vista, allows you to select benefits such as health and wellbeing options, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.

We are dedicated to safeguarding pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, providing more personal time. Note: 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.