Teaching Assistant

Trent Acres; King's Bromley; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading autism support school in England is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with autism and additional needs. The role involves helping to plan and deliver engaging lessons while providing tailored assistance. Ideal candidates should have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths and a calm, supportive demeanor. Benefits include life assurance and mental health support. This position offers opportunities for personal development and the chance to positively impact student lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
• Calm, kind, and passionate about supporting young people.
• Flexible and adaptable, ready to contribute in various roles.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of engaging lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.
• Prepare learning materials and create hands-on experiences.

Skills

Calm and kind demeanor

Flexible and adaptable

Team player

Confident in initiative

Education

GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Location: Trent Acres, Kings Bromley, DE13 7HR

Salary: £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday‑Friday, 8:00am‑4:00pm) • Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only • Start: December 2025 • UK applicants only – no sponsorship

About the Role:

At Trent Acres, part of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you will be at the heart of our school community, building meaningful relationships, supporting learning, and helping pupils with autism and additional needs grow in confidence, independence, and joy. This role offers a chance to make an impact, connect with young people, and develop your career in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of engaging lessons and activities
• Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual pupil needs
• Prepare learning materials and help create stimulating, hands‑on experiences
• Promote pupils’ emotional, social, and physical wellbeing
• Supervise learning both in the classroom and in outdoor or nature‑based activities
• Contribute to a positive, nurturing, and respectful school culture

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Calm, kind, and passionate about supporting young people
• Flexible and adaptable, ready to contribute in a variety of roles
• A team player who values collaboration and shared learning
• Confident in taking initiative and responding to individual pupil needs

Benefits

• Life Assurance • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) with:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity and paternity leave, paid fertility treatment support

• 80% of contractual hours for 100% pay, offering more time for personal pursuits. 4‑Day Working Week trial available for those who complete probation and comply with conditions.

About the School

Trent Acres School is undergoing development, increasing pupils from 30 to 60, recently approved to open an Early Years Unit and extend Primary provision. The purpose‑built school has specialist learning areas, including an indoor and outdoor riding school, outdoor gymnasium, and opportunities to work with horses, donkeys, goats, alpaca, and chickens. Learning outside the classroom is fundamental to our approach.

About the Organization

Options Autism, part of Outcomes First Group, has 19+ years of experience providing care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider for neurodivergent individuals and were certified a ‘Great Place to Work’ in 2025 for the sixth year running.

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

All applicants will be subject to social media checks and, upon selection, a fully enhanced DBS. The recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education duties.