Teaching Assistant

TEACHING ASSISTANTS – full time – term time

(may consider part time 18½ hours per week 

Wednesday 12:30 until 16:30

Thursday 09:00 until 17:00 and

Friday 09:00 until 15:30)

Salary £15,697 pa including Market Supplement (pro rata for part time)

Help make an Everyday Breakthrough happen by joining our team.

A breakthrough can seem like the smallest thing, but it can make the world of difference to someone on the autism spectrum. By becoming a Teaching Assistant at The National Autistic Society you’ll help make Everyday Breakthroughs happen more often.

We are looking for permanent Teaching Assistants at The Robert Ogden School in Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire to support the teaching and learning of autistic pupils. Being a Teaching Assistant takes patience and commitment but working with autistic people gives so much more in return.

The Robert Ogden School takes pupils from 5 to 19.  All the pupils have a diagnosis of Autism.  

You will possess GCSE Maths and English (Grades 4 and above) or equivalent or be willing to gain these qualifications within your first year of employment.

We need you to be resilient, supportive and sensitive towards the needs of autistic people. 

We offer an induction programme, continuing learning and development opportunities, support you need to develop your skills as a teaching assistant

along with a host of benefits – from shopping discounts and pension scheme.

If you have any specific questions about the role, get in touch with Jo Barker Carr on 01709 874443 or jo.barkercarr@nas.org.uk

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism or Asperger syndrome. The NAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks

We are an equal opportunities employer.