Teaching Assistant

Hillingdon Manor School; Norwich; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Vista Benefits Platform

Discount network

Cycle to Work

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is hiring a Teaching Assistant at Acorn Park School in Banham, Norwich. You’ll support students with SEND, provide one-to-one and small-group assistance, and help build confidence and independence. This role offers a fixed salary of £22,160.62 per year, 37.5 hours weekly, and term-time considerations.

Start: October 2026. UK applicants only – sponsorship not available. You’ll work closely with teachers, families, and professionals to promote wellbeing and inclusive learning

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) required.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively with students, families and colleagues.
• Is patient, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEND and complex needs to engage in learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support both in and beyond the classroom.
• Building positive, trusted relationships that help students feel safe, valued and confident.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and social development.
• Encouraging independence, communication skills and personal growth.
• Working closely with teachers, families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for students.

Skills

Compassionate

Resilient

Enthusiastic

Team player

Education

GCSE English and Maths (4/C or above)

Job description

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Teaching Assistant

Acorn Park School

• Permanent

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Acorn Park School, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HU
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: October 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Acorn Park School, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, no matter the challenges they face. We're looking for compassionate, resilient and enthusiasticTeaching Assistants to join our dedicated team and help make a lasting difference to the lives of young people with SEND and complex needs.

This is much more than a classroom support role. You'll play a key part in helping students build confidence, develop independence, celebrate achievements and reach their full potential. Whether you're supporting learning, encouraging social development, exploring outdoor activities or celebrating those breakthrough moments, you'll be there every step of the way.

No two days are rewarding. If you're looking for a role where your support truly matters, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting students with SEND and complex needs to engage in learning and achieve their individual goals.
• Providing one-to-one and small group support both in and beyond the classroom.
• Building positive, trusted relationships that help students feel safe, valued and confident.
• Promoting emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and social development.
• Encouraging independence, communication skills and personal growth.
• Working closely with teachers, families and professionals to achieve the best outcomes for students.

What you will bring

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) required.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Builds positive relationships and communicates effectively with students, families and colleagues.
• Is patient, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About Acorn Park School

Acorn Park School is an independent Autism specialist school in rural South Norfolk supporting autistic children and young people aged 4-19. Set within a large 37-acre private estate, the school provides a safe, nurturing environment wherestudents are placed at the heart of everything we do. We have two curriculum pathways, Formal and Semi-Formal, to support the wide range of needs and abilities of the students at the school. We have an integrated clinical team that provide a range of therapeutic approaches including Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Psychotherapy. The school benefits from extensive facilities including specialist subject spaces such as a DT room, Science lab, outdoor education space, animal care farm, horticulture polytunnels, and a commercial kitchen. Working in partnership with families, we empower students to grow in confidence, develop independence, and thrive as they prepare for their next steps in life.

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 was officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

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

• 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

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Salary: Up to £42,500 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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