Enrichment and Animal Care Teaching Assistant

We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work Job Title: Enrichment and Animal Care Teaching Assistant Location: Chestnut Hill School, Holywell, CH8 9DX Hours: 40 per week | Monday to Friday Rota: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8.00am – 4.00pm | Wednesday 8:00am – 5.00pm | Friday 8.00am – 3.00pm Salary: £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the role Do you love working with animals? Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence, independence and life skills? This isn't your typical Teaching Assistant role. At Chestnut Hill School, you'll combine your enthusiasm for animal welfare, outdoor learning and education to create unforgettable experiences for autistic young people aged 8–19. As our Enrichment & Animal Care Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils discover new strengths, interests and possibilities beyond the traditional classroom. You'll support the delivery of enriching activities designed to develop life skills, emotional wellbeing and independence, while also taking responsibility for the care and welfare of our on-site animals. This is a rare opportunity to combine your passion for supporting young people with your love of animals in a truly rewarding career. What You'll Be Doing Supporting pupils during animal care, enrichment and outdoor learning activities Encouraging confidence, independence and personal development through practical experiences Building positive relationships with pupils and understanding their individual communication and sensory needs Supporting the development of teamwork, problem-solving, communication and life skills Preparing resources, visual supports and differentiated materials to enable participation Taking responsibility for the daily care and welfare of the school's animals, including feeding, cleaning and health checks Modelling safe, respectful