Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Princes Risborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational group as a Teaching Assistant at the new Red Kite School. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on pupils' lives while enjoying a 4-day work week. You will support students with special educational needs, preparing materials and facilitating activities in a nurturing environment. With a focus on teamwork and adaptability, you will help foster emotional and physical development in students, contributing to their educational journey. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new school's development and create enriching experiences for vulnerable young people.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with contribution options

Qualifications

• Experience with SEN in a school setting.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare learning materials and facilitate classroom activities.
• Support pupils' emotional and physical needs.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

GCSE C or above in English

GCSE C or above in Maths

Level 2 English and Maths

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!

Become a Teaching Assistant at our new Red Kite School, part of Acorn Education, and start working towards your goals.

• Location: Red Kite School, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
• Salary: GBP22,300 per annum (not pro-rata)
• Hours: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm
• Type: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Red Kite is a new independent special educational needs school for up to 60 pupils with social and emotional health needs.

Located in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new setting's development and make a difference in education.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

The Opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding career in education and make a real impact on pupils' lives. Join a supportive team dedicated to creating enriching environments where vulnerable pupils and young people can achieve more than they expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with pupils, helping them maximize their educational potential. Your responsibilities include preparing learning materials, facilitating classroom activities, and supporting pupils' emotional and physical needs to foster their development and engagement.

Supporting pupils with SEMH needs is fulfilling work, and you'll receive support from experienced teams. Your contribution will lead to meaningful progress in pupils' lives, offering a direct, positive impact.

Who We Are Looking For

We seek candidates with GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, some experience with SEN and in a school setting. You should be adaptable, caring, and capable of working both indoors and outdoors, depending on individual needs. Teamwork and mutual support are vital.

To apply, complete our safeguarding-compliant application form, and a team member will contact you.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths

Why Join Acorn Education?

Benefits

We offer an exceptional rewards package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with contribution options