Teaching Assistant

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Bramfield House School, Suffolk, IP19 9AB
Salary:     £20,092.30 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours:     34 hours per week
Rota:        Mon & Tue: 8:15am – 4:00pm | Wed & Thu: 8:15am – 3:30pm | Fri: 8:15am – 2:45pm
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:       February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

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 isn’t just classroom support — it’s work that truly makes a difference.

As a Teaching Assistant at Bramfield House School, you’ll help pupils build confidence, self-esteem, and the skills they need to thrive. Working alongside committed teaching staff, you’ll play a key role in creating a calm, inclusive, and purposeful learning environment where every pupil feels supported and understood.

Whether you’re working one-to-one, supporting small groups, or helping to prepare engaging learning activities, your contribution will matter every single day.

You will:

• Support teachers to deliver learning that is adapted to each pupil’s individual needs

• Help pupils develop independence, confidence, and positive social skills

• Provide targeted SEN or subject-specific support to help pupils reach their potential

• Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and engagement with learning

• Work closely with colleagues across education and care to ensure a consistent, nurturing approach

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people thrive and wants to make a meaningful difference in their school experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom and during transitions, breaktimes, and lunchtimes

• Deliver one-to-one or small group interventions as required

• Communicate effectively with colleagues regarding pupil progress, wellbeing, and individual needs

Essential Requirement

• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.

About us

Bramfield House School is an independent special educational needs school for boys aged 7 – 16 years who have social, emotional, mental health, communication difficulties and associated challenging behaviours, located in rural Suffolk. The School has a committed and innovative multidisciplinary team, extensive site and excellent facilities to support both learning and extra-curricular activities; we are in a great position to provide our pupils with the best education possible.

This opportunity is in Halesworth which is within commutable distance of Lowestoft, Diss and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

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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