Provision Assistant

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Job Title:   Provision Assistant
Location:   Acorn Park School, Norwich, NR16 2HU
Hours:        37.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Salary:       £25,593.75 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:   Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:          March 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, and others will soon join in. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG!

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a hands-on role in supporting inclusive education and helping pupils unlock their potential every day.

Working under the guidance of the SENDCo and Assistant SENDCo, you will be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team focused on delivering high-quality provision for children and young people with additional needs. You’ll support assessments, contribute to targeted interventions, and help ensure every pupil has access to the support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Your work will directly contribute to creating a nurturing, structured environment where pupils feel supported, understood, and empowered to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of universal provision across the school

• Assist with assessments (e.g. Visual Stress, SDQs)

• Observe pupils and report on engagement, wellbeing, and progress

• Support targeted individual and group interventions

• Contribute to evaluating pupil outcomes and impact of provision

• Maintain accurate records while ensuring confidentiality at all times

• Prepare, organise, and maintain resources for intervention sessions

• Share updates, strategies, and insights with teaching and support staff

• Build positive, supportive relationships with pupils and colleagues

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Minimum 5 GCSEs including English (Grade 4/C or above)

• Relevant further/higher education (e.g. Health & Social Care, Education)

• Strong communication and record-keeping skills

• Passion for supporting pupils with SEND

• Ability to work collaboratively and professionally

Desirable:

• Experience in a school or SEND setting

• Knowledge of assessment tools and evidence-based interventions

About us

Acorn Park is a school for 160 pupils, who all have a primary diagnosis of Autism. We run two curriculum pathways – Formal and Semi-formal. Our Complex needs pupils are on the Semi-Formal Pathway which is highly personalised from their EHCP. We have a mixture of Day and Residential pupils as we have 8 co-located pupil’s homes on our 30 Acre site in rural Norfolk. On site, we also have a large Forest School and Animal Care Farm along with play facilities, a sports hall and sensory rooms.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the 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.

• 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 benefits

  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts

  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

  • Critical illness cover

  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

*Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

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

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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