Teaching Assistant

At OFG we believe in creating a better work life balance Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Bricklehurst Manor School, Stonegate, TN5 7EL Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | including 1 x 5pm finish Salary: Up to £24,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: July 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely change a young person’s life, this is it. At our school, Teaching Assistants aren’t just classroom support — they are steady, positive forces in a child’s world. They are the trusted adults who help pupils feel safe, understood and capable of achieving more than they ever thought possible. This is a hands on rewarding role where no two days look the same. You’ll support pupils in the classroom, outdoors, during sensory breaks and enrichment activities — always with patience, empathy and a belief in their potential. If you’re calm, caring and ready to be part of a team that lifts each other up, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting individual pupils or small groups with learning tasks Helping pupils regulate emotions through positive relationships and predictable routines Working closely with teachers to adapt activities and resources Encouraging independence, social interaction and emotional resilience Supporting outdoor learning, sensory breaks and enrichment sessions Providing personal care or physical support where required Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils Contributing to a calm, inclusive and purposeful learning environment What We’re Looking For 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 The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team A full driving licence Experience working in an SEMH or specialist education setting with young chi