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.
Role: Teaching Assistant
Location: Jubilee School, Waterlooville PO7 7RE
Salary: £22,300.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: November 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. All candidates must hold a Full UK Driving Licence.
About The Role
This is a chance to enjoy a truly rewarding career in education while making a real and lasting difference in the lives of our pupils. At Jubilee School, we create nurturing, inclusive environments where pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally—often achieving far more than anyone could have imagined.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be at the heart of this supportive environment, working directly with our pupils to help them reach their full potential. You will assist in preparing engaging learning materials, supporting classroom activities, and providing hands-on care for both emotional and physical development. Every pupil has a unique learning journey, and you will play a vital role in guiding and inspiring them along the way.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking a caring, adaptable, and proactive individual who is ready to make a difference. You should enjoy working with children in both indoor and outdoor settings, and be able to respond to the individual needs of each pupil with creativity, patience, and empathy. You will thrive in a team where collaboration, mutual support, and celebrating successes are at the heart of everything we do.
Qualifications Required
* Previous experience and/or GCSE English and Maths
* Full UK Driving Licence
About Us
Jubilee School is an independent special school for pupils with complex needs. These include social, emotional and mental health needs. Some pupils have additional associated SEND. Jubilee School is linked with four residential accommodations and is located in Waterlooville, just outside of Portsmouth.
Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. 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.
Why join Acorn Education?
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.
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
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