Teaching Assistant in Stapleford

. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG.

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 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.

In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

Why Join Us?

• 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 benefitsHundreds of UK and international discountsCycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We are committed to 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.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*4DWW 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.

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