Overview
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 wellbeing. 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 they reach full staffing. So whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Hillingdon Manor School, Uxbridge, UB8 3HD
Salary: £23,500.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 38.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term time only hours
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
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About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our amazing pupils with Autism and additional needs. You’ll help them get the most from their education by:
* Preparing learning materials
* Supporting and running engaging classroom activities
* Meeting emotional and physical needs
* Encouraging independence and confidence
* Contributing to a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
You’ll gain hands-on experience with guidance and supervision, working alongside a team that shares knowledge and supports your growth. Every day will bring new challenges and rewards – and we’ll be with you every step of the way.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Adaptable, empathetic, and enthusiastic
* Ready to work across indoor and outdoor settings
* A strong team player, willing to learn and share
* Committed to making a real difference in pupils’ lives
Previous experience working with pupils or students with Autism is highly desirable.
About Us
At Hillingdon Manor, we provide specialist education for 185 pupils, aged between 3.5 and 19. Located across two sites, our Secondary School supports around 125 students. Our students are taught in smaller class sizes and all students work towards a variety of qualifications dependent on their needs and ability. The aim of the site is to provide enough support to unlock each pupil’s potential so they can live fulfilling and productive lives. We provide students with as much freedom as possible in a safe and supervised environment. This is achievable due to the dedication and support from a range of employed professionals who are passionate, reliable, and understanding.
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 proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
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 mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through Vista, our Flexible Benefits Platform, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options valid in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity/paternity leave and 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 safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to checks, including enhanced DBS.
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