Therapies Assistant

Hillingdon Manor School; Whittington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits platform

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is seeking a Therapies Assistant at Bluebank School in Whittington Moor. This part-time post (22.5 hours/week, 3 days) supports Speech & Language and Occupational Therapists, delivering tailored interventions for pupils with SEN under qualified clinicians.

You’ll collaborate with education staff and families to enhance communication and engagement. The role offers cross-disciplinary development, opportunities for training, and a commitment to safeguarding and professional

Qualifications

• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Experience with children and young people with SEN preferred.
• Independently motivated under supervision of qualified clinicians.
• Experience in educational setting advantageous.
• Cross-disciplinary role supporting SLT and OT teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Support creation of communication and sensory profiles and placement plans.
• Deliver a range of interventions for pupils with SEN.
• Observe, co-facilitate staff training and attend multi-agency meetings.
• Contribute to ongoing service development.

Skills

Teamwork

SEN knowledge

Communication skills

Observation ability

Problem solving

Education

GCSEs including English

Post-16 education evidence

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

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Therapies Assistant

Bluebank School

Whittington Moor

Permanent

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week / flexible working hours considered

At OFG we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work

Job Title: Therapies Assistant

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week / flexible working hours considered

Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join our developing, dedicated team of clinicians supporting our children and young people at Bluebank School.

Bluebank School is a new, growing school that opened in February 2026. This position is part time, longer term we are looking to make this a full‑time post as the school grows.

This is a cross‑disciplinary role, with a primary focus on supporting the work of our Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists. The successful candidate will work closely with the therapy team to provide high‑quality support tailored to our pupils' needs.

You will be working closely with our education team who support our young people, as well as their families. You will be responsible for providing evidence‑based assessments and interventions under the supervision of qualified clinicians and the leadership of the Lead Clinician to better understand and support our young people's needs and to support them to engage in meaningful activities and interactions. You will be instrumental supporting the creation of communication and sensory profiles, contributing to placement plans and delivering a range of interventions. This role also includes observations, co‑facilitating staff training, attending multi‑agency meetings and on‑going service development. There are also regular opportunities for continual professional development, through our internal specialist forums and funding for external training opportunities.

Who we are looking for.

We are looking for a Therapies Assistant who has experience of working with young people with special educational needs. We are looking for someone who is independently motivated whilst working under the supervision of a qualified clinician. Someone who enjoys working creatively to develop bespoke interventions to meet the specific needs of our most complex pupils and has a dynamic approach to problem solving will be perfect for this role.

At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research‑led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow’s leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures.

At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training.

As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward‑thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams.

Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people.

• 5 x GCSEs Grade C or above, including English
• Evidence of relevant Post 16 education
• Willingness to work towards further qualifications as required.
• Experience working as a therapy assistant or in a similar role would be advantageous
• Experience of working within an educational setting would be advantageous
• Skilled in working as part of a team
• Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with SEN
• Ability to carry out both 1:1 and group sessions under supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, complex, technical and clinically sensitive information to the specific client group, their carers and families and a wide range of professionals outside the service
• Excellent organisational skills and experience completing administration tasks for a team would be advantageous
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options.

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
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

And 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

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the people 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.

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS

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.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

With amazing teams working across our family of brands - Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools - we offer a huge range of exciting 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.