Overview
Education Support Assistant at Oaklands, an outstanding special school serving the London Borough of Hounslow. We provide specialist education to students with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple difficulties and autism across two sites: New Oaks (Primary) and High Oaks (Secondary). We offer state of the art facilities and professional development to our colleagues.
We are expanding and seeking enthusiastic Classroom Support staff to work with students who have Autism and Complex Needs. You should be calm, patient, and able to work well in a team. You must be physically fit and willing to undertake all aspects of personal care including toileting and feeding. We believe all students are capable of outstanding progress and we are seeking individuals who share this belief. Please refer to the person specification and job description for full details of the role and the essential knowledge and skills required.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will support students with special educational needs, work across Primary and Secondary sites where required, and assist curriculum teams as part of the school’s learning programmes. Duties include personal care support and contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment. Visits to the school are welcome and you will participate in a pre-employment induction if shortlisted.
Qualifications and Requirements
Relevant experience or qualifications in supporting learners with special educational needs, patience, teamwork and a commitment to safeguarding children. The post is subject to a satisfactory fully enhanced DBS check and references. Social media checks will be carried out on shortlisted candidates. All positions are subject to the satisfactory completion of a 26-week probation period.
Benefits and Environment
* Excellent training and support
* Pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Well-being benefits, including onsite gym, shower facilities and a coffee shop with discounted barista coffee at the Gresham Road site
Details and Application
Details of this post are available on the school’s website. Visits to the school are welcome. Please contact Emily Hamilton in HR for an appointment on 0208 560 3569 (option 3). If you believe you have what it takes, please complete and email the application form to HR@oaklands.uk.net. Please explain clearly in your application how you meet the person specification and state which site you are interested in working at.
Closing Date: 9am on Friday 26th September 2025
Interview Dates: Wednesday 1st October 2025
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Scale: Hounslow Scale 4 to 5 (points 09 to 15), depending on qualifications and experience
Actual Salary: High Oaks: £23,082 - £25,395 (Based on 31 hours per week); New Oaks: £23,268 - £25,600 (Based on 31.25 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent, term time only (39 weeks)
Hours of Work:
High Oaks Secondary: 31 hours
08:45am to 4:30pm on Mondays to assist curriculum teams
08:45am to 3:30pm on Tuesdays to Fridays
New Oaks Primary: 31.25 hours
08:45am – 3:15pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
08:45am – 4:15pm Tuesday (to assist curriculum teams)
08:45am – 3:30pm Friday
The successful candidates will be required to attend a pre-employment induction. CVs will not be accepted. No agencies please.
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