Teaching Assistant (Various Roles) (Hiring Immediately)

**How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?****Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, sowe’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s worklife balance.We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you couldbe working one day less a week (or equivalent).****If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group –so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!**As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity forTeaching Assistants to join our close-knit team at Acorn Park School. * **Up to £21,051.97 per annum dependant on experiencequalifications (not pro rata)** * **37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm** * **Permanent; Term Time only** * **UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.**Acorn Park is a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school with accommodation. Wehelp care for and support young people who have complex needs and specialisein the communication and learning challenges associated with Autism.The site is situation within Norfolk’s picturesque and tranquil countryside,close to the town of Banham. Due to the location, it would be beneficial forcandidates to have a driving licence.The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil’spotential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide youngpeople with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment.This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employedprofessionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officiallycertified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.**The opportunity**Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils’ lives.Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where ourpupils achieve far more than they ever expected.As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupilswe care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education.Each individual has a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs. Theyhave so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learningjourneys bespoke to them.You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, withplenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will takeresponsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them todevelop as individuals and engage with the world.You will face challenges and overcome them as you flourish and thrive, sharingyour skills and learning from others as your career takes you as high as youalways dreamed you could go.Every day will be different, but you will have all the support you need, withlots of skills and experience to draw on along with valuable advice andguidance too.**Who we are looking for**You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, bothindoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive andcaring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoorexperiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoyworking as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience andlearning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and amember of our team will be in touch.**Are you happy to administer medication and drive school vehicles (we willstill consider that do not have a driving licence)? Would you be happy tocomplete a L2 course as part of your induction period?****Why join Options Autism?****Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptionalreward 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 BenefitsPlatform, 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. And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable youngadults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake everyday in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact onthe lives of others.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and youngpeople. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successfulapplicants to a fully enhanced DBS.#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #Autism#TeachingAssistant _***You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, givingyou more time to do the things that make you happy.**__**#1**_