Teaching Assistant

Upton Grange; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive school for children with Autism in Slough is looking for dedicated individuals to assist in nurturing pupils and supporting their learning journeys. This role emphasizes emotional well-being and classroom engagement, with full training provided for those eager to make a difference in pupils’ lives. Located conveniently, the position offers an opportunity to directly impact children's education in a positive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Health and wellbeing benefits

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• No previous experience needed; full training provided.
• Eager to learn and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in their individual learning journeys.
• Assist with preparing resources and delivering activities.
• Provide hands-on support in and outside the classroom.
• Promote pupils' emotional and physical well-being.

Skills

Caring and patient

Team player

Adaptable

Passionate about supporting pupils with Autism

Job description

This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Join Upton Grange School and start a rewarding career where you can make a real difference to pupils’ lives. Our school provides a supportive, nurturing environment where children and young people with Autism—and often additional needs—are encouraged to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in their individual learning journeys, helping them reach their full potential.
• Assist with preparing resources and delivering engaging classroom activities.
• Provide hands‑on support both in and outside the classroom.
• Contribute to pupils’ emotional and physical wellbeing, promoting confidence, independence, and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• A caring, patient, and adaptable individual.
• Passionate about supporting pupils with Autism and additional needs.
• A team player eager to learn, share, and develop professionally.
• Previous experience is welcome but not essential—full training and ongoing support will be provided.

About Us

Upton Grange Schoolis our Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 setting for pupils aged 3 - 11 years old setting.Upton Grange deploys a wide range of teaching strategies to engage and develop the progress of learners, who present with a range of learning difficulties and styles. Our pupils are taught in smaller class sizes and work towards an Equals Semi-Formal Curriculum and National Curriculum expectations where appropriate.

This opportunity is located in Slough, a 15-minute walk from rail station and within commutable distance of Maidenhead, Twickenham and surrounding areas.

For over 19 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

• 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 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.