Teaching Assistant/School Support Worker

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Job Title:  Teaching Assistant
Location:  Reddish Hall School, Stockport, SK5 6UY
Hours:  37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm
Salary:  £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  February 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

We’re looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team and help pupils thrive at Reddish Hall School.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Reddish Hall School, you’ll help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This is more than a support role — it’s your chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Support pupils individually and in groups with literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills
• Assist teachers with planning and delivering lessons and activities
• Implement positive behaviour strategies and maintain a calm classroom environment
• Prepare resources and support trips and school activities
• Maintain records of pupil progress and behaviour
• Supervise pupils during breaks and lunch

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking calm, compassionate, and proactive individuals committed to supporting pupils with autism and complex needs.

Essential qualities and experience:

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent skills
• Experience in educational, childcare, or SEN settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond positively to challenging behaviour
• A team player with a collaborative mindset and willingness to learn

Application Guidance

When applying, please include the following in your supporting statement:

1. About you – Tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role
2. Suitability – Why you believe you are suitable, referring to the job description
3. Skills & experience – Highlight relevant skills with real examples
4. Contribution – Explain how you would contribute to the role and the school if appointed

We’re looking for Teaching Assistants/School Support Workers who bring enthusiasm, authenticity, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils.

About Us

Reddish Hall School is an independent specialist day school in Stockport for pupils with SEMH needs, many with additional diagnoses including ASC, ADHD, and Dyslexia. In small classes, pupils receive personalised support in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment, building confidence, engagement, and self-esteem. Our curriculum blends academic, vocational, and wellbeing-focused learning to develop independence, resilience, and social skills. Supported by a skilled team and strong family partnerships, Reddish Hall empowers every pupil to achieve their potential and prepare for life beyond school.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils 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 pupils 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.

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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