Teaching Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Robertsbridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Robertsbridge is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support young people in an inclusive environment. You'll engage in both indoor and outdoor learning, helping pupils with diverse needs develop their social, emotional, and academic skills. Join a progressive team that values well-being, offering benefits like a 4-day working week and comprehensive health support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Caring, adaptable, and enthusiastic individual.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors.
• Committed to helping children learn, grow, and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Prepare and deliver engaging learning activities.
• Support emotional, social, and physical development.
• Work closely with teachers and other professionals.

Skills

Caring

Adaptable

Enthusiastic

Team player

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grades A-C / 4+)

Job description

Overview

If you're passionate about helping young people reach their full potential in a nurturing, inclusive environment - we want to hear from you. As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping our pupils develop academically, emotionally, and socially - often in ways they never thought possible. This is a role for someone who thrives in a varied environment, is passionate about inclusive education, and is ready to support young people as they grow in confidence and independence.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and group support to pupils with additional and complex needs, helping them stay engaged and feel safe and valued.
• Preparing and delivering engaging learning activities, in partnership with teaching staff, to support pupils' academic progress and curiosity.
• Supporting emotional, social, and physical development with patience and care, encouraging resilience and positive behaviour.
• Taking part in a mix of classroom-based and outdoor learning experiences - from structured lessons to creative and practical sessions.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a consistent and nurturing environment that enables every pupil to thrive.
• No two days are the same - and with the guidance of our experienced and compassionate team, you\'ll always feel supported and valued in your role.

Qualifications and Attributes

• Caring, adaptable, and enthusiastic
• A true team player, ready to support others
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors
• Committed to helping children learn, grow, and thrive, GCSEs in English and Maths (Grades A-C / 4+)

About Outcomes First Group and the School

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance - and we\'re putting wellbeing first. That\'s why we\'re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it\'s already in place or just around the corner, now\'s the perfect time to join #teamOFG. Mountfield Heath School caters for autistic boys and girls aged 5-11, many of whom have additional needs. Our independent special educational needs provision currently supports 44 pupils, increasing to 45 in January, on a spacious site with large classrooms and dedicated outdoor learning areas.

Our aim is simple: to equip every child with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We focus on preparing pupils not just for school success but for life beyond, encouraging them to reach high standards in every aspect.

Located in Robertsbridge, East Sussex, the school is within easy commuting distance of Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas, offering an exciting opportunity to join a nurturing and forward-thinking school community.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a \"Great Place to Work\" for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you\'ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to 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 and Wellbeing

• Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you\'ll get an exceptional reward package including:
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• A market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that\'s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100\'s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

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