Therapies Assistant

Overview

Full Job Description. 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: Therapies Assistant

Location: 3 Dimension School – Somerset, TA20 3AJ

Salary: £25,837.50 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 8.30am-4.30pm

Contract: Permanent – Term Time Only plus 2 weeks

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Responsibilities

• Support the work of Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists within a cross-disciplinary team.
• Provide high-quality support tailored to pupils\\\’ needs in collaboration with the therapy and education teams.
• Conduct observations, assist with evidence-based assessments and interventions under supervision, and contribute to the development of communication and sensory profiles.
• Assist with placement plans, deliver a range of interventions, and participate in multi-agency meetings and service development.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through internal forums and external training opportunities.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a Therapies Assistant who has experience of working with young people with special educational needs. The successful candidate will be independently motivated while working under the supervision of a qualified clinician. A creative approach to developing bespoke interventions to meet the needs of complex pupils and a dynamic problem-solving mindset are desirable.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a reputation for quality and positive outcomes. In 2025, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, visit https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Essential Criteria

• 5 GCSEs Grade C or above, including English. Undergraduate degree preferred.
• Experience working as a therapy assistant or in a similar role is advantageous.
• Experience working within an educational setting is advantageous.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with SEN.
• Ability to carry out both 1:1 and group sessions under supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, complex, technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, carers, families and professionals outside the service.
• Excellent organisational skills and experience completing administration tasks for a team.

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offers an array of flexible benefit options.

Benefits

• Life Assurance and Pension scheme with options to increase contributions.
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support services and physical health checks.
• You’ll work 80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit).
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity and paternity leave, plus paid fertility treatment support.
• Access to Vista Flexible Benefits Platform with health, wellbeing and insurance options, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase, and more.

Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding controls. The group reserves the right to close vacancies early if a high volume of suitable applications is received. The recruitment process complies with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The Job ID is 301666.