Teaching Assistant

OFG Education; Worcester; Sur place; GBP 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Discounts (UK)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Résumé du poste

Norton College in Worcester is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder, within a calm, structured learning environment.

You will collaborate with teachers and the multidisciplinary team to promote independence, confidence and social skills, while upholding safeguarding and wellbeing standards. This permanent, term-time role starts November 2026 and runs 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above – essential.
• Experience or strong interest in supporting young people with autism and additional needs.
• Able to support students who may display behaviours that challenge.
• Patient, calm and resilient with ability to build positive relationships.
• Experience working with teachers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Adaptable approach to individual student needs.
• Comfortable providing personal care where required.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusive practice and achieving the best outcomes for every student.
• Enthusiastic about continuing to learn and develop within specialist education.

Responsabilités

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support, helping students access learning and work towards individual goals.
• Support teachers and tutors to deliver engaging, structured and autism-informed learning.
• Help students develop greater confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Provide calm and consistent support around behaviour and emotional regulation, encouraging greater self-management.
• Contribute to individual support plans, including IEPs, BSPs, risk assessments and communication profiles.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, care and multidisciplinary colleagues to provide consistent, joined-up support.
• Support students with daily routines and personal care where required, always promoting dignity and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold high standards of safeguarding, Health & Safety and student wellbeing.

Connaissances

GCSE English & Maths

Autism support experience

Behaviour management

Communication & relationships

Team collaboration

Personal care

Safeguarding

Adaptability

Learning orientation

Description du poste

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Teaching Assistant

Norton College - Worcester

• Worcester
• Permanent

Salary: £24,619.20 per annum

Hours: 40 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday

At OFG Education we put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge

Position: Teaching Assistant

Location: Norton College – Worcester, Worcester WR5 2BA

Salary: £24,619.20 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am–4.00pm

Contract: Permanent | Term time only

Start: November 2026

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

At Norton College, we believe every young person deserves the chance to succeed, grow and realise their potential. We're looking for an experienced, resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and make a lasting difference to the lives of our students.

In this rewarding role, you\'ll work closely with teachers and our multidisciplinary team to provide personalised support for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Through building positive relationships, encouraging independence and creating a calm, structured and nurturing learning environment, you\'ll help students develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive both in school and beyond.

No two days are the same at Norton College. Every day brings new opportunities to celebrate achievements, overcome challenges and witness the progress that comes from consistent care and support. If you\'re passionate about helping young people flourish and want to be part of a team that changes lives, we\'d love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

• Provide 1:1, small-group and classroom support, helping students access learning and work towards individual goals.
• Support teachers and tutors to deliver engaging, structured and autism-informed learning.
• Help students develop greater confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Provide calm and consistent support around behaviour and emotional regulation, encouraging greater self-management.
• Contribute to individual support plans, including IEPs, BSPs, risk assessments and communication profiles.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, care and multidisciplinary colleagues to provide consistent, joined-up support.
• Support students with daily routines and personal care where required, always promoting dignity and independence.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold high standards of safeguarding, Health & Safety and student wellbeing.

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent – essential.
• Has experience or a strong interest in supporting young people with autism and additional needs.
• Is confident supporting students who may display behaviours that challenge.
• Is patient, calm and resilient, with the ability to build positive and trusting relationships.
• Has experience working collaboratively with teachers and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Is adaptable and able to tailor their approach to individual student needs.
• Is comfortable providing personal care where required.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusive practice and achieving the best possible outcomes for every student.
• Is enthusiastic about continuing to learn and develop within specialist education.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our College

Norton College is an Independent specialist school for secondary students aged 11-19 based in Worcester.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were 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.

OFG Education 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, OFG Education 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 £43,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 08:30am - 4:30pm

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we are offering huge range of career opportunities.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life\'s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.