Teaching Assistant

Full Job Description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

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.

Job Title:   Teaching Assistant

Location:   Longdon Park School, Egginton, DE65 6GU

Salary:       £20,906.25 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:       37.5 hours per week | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8.00-16.00 | Wednesday 8.00-17.00

Contract:   Permanent, Term Time Only

Start date: November 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Looking for a truly rewarding role in education? Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with Autism and additional needs?

We are excited to be expanding our team and looking for Teaching Assistants to join the supportive, specialist environment at Longdon Park School in Egginton. As part of a dedicated team, you’ll help pupils unlock their full potential through personalised support, creative learning experiences, and a focus on wellbeing.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to inspire, support, and grow with young people who need a little extra care and encouragement.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting pupils both in and outside the classroom. All our pupils have a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs such as anxiety or sensory processing challenges.

Your role will include:

• Supporting teaching staff with lesson preparation and classroom delivery.
• Working one-to-one or in small groups to guide pupils through personalised learning.
• Helping pupils regulate emotions and manage behaviour in line with individual strategies.
• Supervising activities both indoors and outdoors, encouraging independence and social interaction.
• Assisting with daily routines, emotional regulation, and personal development.
• Building strong, trusted relationships with pupils that help boost confidence and motivation.
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment where everyone can thrive.

You’ll be hands-on, flexible, and supported by experienced staff, therapists, and specialist teachers who share a deep commitment to positive outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking passionate, empathetic individuals who want to contribute to something meaningful. You don’t need to have worked in a school before — if you’re patient, proactive, and eager to learn, we’ll give you the training and support you need to succeed.

Essential Requirements:

• English & Maths Level 2 Pass (or GCSE grade C / grade 4 and above)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Adaptability and confidence to work both in the classroom and outdoors
• A positive, resilient attitude and commitment to supporting young people with additional need
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

About us

Longdon Park School opened in June 2015. We are a co-educational day school catering for pupils aged 7 to 18 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. We provide a therapeutic, supportive and inclusive learning environment where our young people learn to accept responsibility for their actions, make positive decisions and display pro-social behaviour. We are committed to raising achievement and enabling pupils to recognise their potential and supporting them through a personalised, engaging curriculum. Our priority is to develop the foundation knowledge and skills required to make a manageable and smooth transition to the next life stage.

Longdon Park School is not readily accessible by public transport.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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 the 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

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

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
• 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.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

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.

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