Teaching Assistant

At OFG we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ET Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role At Higford School, part of Options Autism, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed in a supportive, nurturing and inspiring environment. As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team and help transform the lives of pupils with autism and additional needs. This is more than a classroom role — it’s a chance to build confidence, inspire independence and make a genuine difference every single day. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with pupils to support their learning, emotional wellbeing and personal development — helping them engage with the world around them and achieve more than they ever thought possible. You’ll help create engaging learning experiences, support classroom activities, encourage positive social interaction and provide the guidance pupils need to flourish both inside and outside the classroom. What you’ll do: Supporting pupils with autism and additional needs in their learning and development Assisting with engaging classroom activities and personalised learning experiences Providing emotional and practical support tailored to individual pupils Helping pupils build confidence, independence and social skills Supporting both indoor and outdoor learning activities Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues Working collaboratively as part of a supportive and passionate team Helping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment Who we’re looking for: Have experience in educational, childcare, or SEN settings Can