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, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be 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! Job Title:
Learning Support Assistant Location:
Oakfield House School, Salwick PR4 0YH Salary:
£20,906.25 per annum (
not pro rata
) Hours:
37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am - 4.00pm Contract:
Permanent, Term Time Only Start:
October 2025 As part of our continued growth, we are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to join our close-knit team at Oakfield House School, part of Options Autism. About the Role We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our fantastic team. In this role, you will support teachers to take a creative and personalised approach to teaching, helping pupils reach their full potential. You will work with pupils with varied and complex needs, providing support both individually and in small groups, assisting with classroom preparation, materials, and lesson delivery. Your work will be challenging and rewarding, contributing to a school culture that prioritises safeguarding, respect, and pupil voice. Who We're Looking For Calm, engaging, and resilient individuals with a genuine passion for supporting young people. Educated to GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English. Excellent interpersonal and support skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues. Team players who thrive in a collaborative environment. Motivated by helping pupils develop academically, socially, and personally. Previous experience in SEN/ASC settings is desirable, but not essential. These roles are also ideal for individuals with experience in customer-facing roles in retail, hospitality, or leisure who are looking for a meaningful career change. About us Oakfield House School is a specialist Primary School for autistic pupils and those associated with Autism/Learning or Complex Communication and Behaviour needs. The school has a strong and committed leadership team. Our school is a country house built in the 1880's, set in eight acres of beautiful parkland. We cater for 45 boys and girls aged between 4 – 12 years old. The Site is situated in Salwick near Preston and are within commutable distance from Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Leyland and surrounding areas. For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running. Why join Options Autism? We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. 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 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