At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy! Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Hemlock Stone School, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG9 8GA Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: April 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available Join teamOFG and enjoy a 4-Day Working Week ( 4DWW )! We’re trialling a 4DWW — 80% of the hours for 100% of your pay At this school, it will launch once we have a full team in place, so there’s never been a better time to join and help shape the future! About the Role Enjoy a truly rewarding career in education where your work makes a genuine and lasting difference. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be part of a supportive and nurturing school community, helping pupils achieve far more than they ever thought possible. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll provide day-to-day support for pupils with a range of needs, helping them to engage with learning, build confidence and develop both academically and emotionally. Every pupil is unique, and your encouragement, patience and care will play a vital role in helping them thrive in and beyond the classroom. What you’ll be doing: Supporting pupils with varied and complex needs to access learning and achieve their individual goals Assisting with engaging classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities Providing emotional, behavioural and practical support to help pupils feel safe, valued and confident Encouraging independence, positive relationships and social development Who we’re looking for: A caring, patient and adaptable individual who enjoys working as part of a team Someone resilient and positive, with a genuine desire to help young people overcome challenges A confident communicator who can build trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues An individual who is flexible and enthusiastic about supporting learning in a variety of settings No two days will ever be the same — but every day you’ll know the difference you’re making. With strong support, a collaborative culture and opportunities to grow, this role offers a fulfilling pathway into a meaningful career in education. About Us Opening in March 2026, Hemlock Stone School in Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, will cater for up to 66 pupils, providing a specialist learning environment for young people with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and Complex Needs. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. 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 *Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit. 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. 1