Teaching Assistant

Full Job Description

Job Title:  Teaching Assistant
Location:  Penny Tree School, Birmingham, B30 3ES
Salary:  £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours:  37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start Date:  February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality education for pupils, helping them to engage with learning and develop greater independence. Working closely with teachers and tutors, you will contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment that meets the individual needs of each student, in line with organisational policies, procedures and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the class teacher or tutor to deliver high-quality teaching and learning for all pupils
• Assist in the implementation of relevant education policies and procedures
• Provide tailored support to pupils on an individual or small-group basis to help them access the curriculum as independently as possible
• Promote pupils’ physical, educational and moral development in line with organisational values
• Help organise and maintain the classroom environment, including resources, displays and student groupings, to create a stimulating and supportive learning space
• Ensure equipment and resources are used safely and efficiently, reporting any maintenance issues as required
• Support the teacher or tutor in contributing to, updating and implementing pupil documentation, such as Individual Education Plans, Behaviour Support Profiles, risk assessments and pastoral plans, as appropriate
• Work effectively with colleagues to support pupils with autistic spectrum disorder and other additional needs

This role is ideal for a caring, organised and proactive individual who is committed to supporting pupils to achieve their potential within a structured and nurturing educational setting.

About Us

Our new Options Autism school – Penny Tree – will have capacity for 60 pupils and is expected to open in the near future.

At Penny Tree School, you'll be part of a supportive and visionary leadership team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, you’ll have access to a wide network of senior leaders, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact—not only on the school but on the lives of the pupils we serve.

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.

In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

Why Join Us?

• 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 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.

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

*4DWW 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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