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. Become a Teaching Assistant at our brand-new Bricklehurst Manor School, part of Acorn Education – and take the first step toward building your own rewarding future. Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, TN5 7EL Salary: Up to £24,000 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications (not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only Start Date: Novemeber 2025 UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. Due to continued growth, we are now looking for dedicated, compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant s to join our close-knit founding team at Bricklehurst Manor School in Stonegate, East Sussex. This is your chance to grow with us, make your mark, and build a truly rewarding future. About the Role This isn’t just a classroom job. This is about being a steady, positive presence in a child’s world - someone they can trust, rely on, and grow with. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work directly with pupils across a variety of settings — in the classroom, outdoors, and beyond — helping them access learning, regulate emotions, and build key life skills. You’ll play a critical role in preparing resources, running activities, and creating an environment where each pupil feels safe, supported, and understood. This is a hands-on role that requires compassion, patience, and a genuine belief in every pupil’s potential. Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch. Key Responsibilities: Supporting individual pupils or small groups with learning tasks Helping pupils regulate their emotions through positive relationships and routines Working closely with teachers to adapt activities and resources Encouraging social interaction, independence, and emotional resilience Supporting pupils during outdoor learning, sensory breaks, or enrichment activities Helping with personal care or physical support where needed Building strong relationships with pupils based on empathy, respect, and consistency Contributing to a calm, purposeful, and inclusive learning environment Essential: GCSE Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths A genuine interest in supporting pupils with SEMH and/or SEN needs A calm, caring, and proactive approach to working with vulnerable young people The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team Highly Desirable: Previous experience working in an SEMH or specialist education setting Experience working with children or young people with additional needs About us Bricklehurst Manor School is a brand-new school that caters for up to 60 pupils with SEMH and associated needs. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who wants involvement in the set up and development of a brand-new school setting and is inspired to support within special educational needs settings. This school is based in Stonegate, East Sussex. We are part of Acorn Education and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career. 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. 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 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. 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. 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. Education Pupilcare OutdoorActivities School Tutor learning Teaching Assistant 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