Teaching Assistant - Part Time

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Job Title:  Teaching Assistant 
Location:  Mountfield Heath School, Robertsbridge, TN32 5FA
Hours:  15 per week | 2 Days - TBC
Salary:  £8,640 - £10,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  April 2026

UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of the classroom, supporting pupils with additional and complex needs to access learning, develop key life skills and celebrate their successes. You’ll work closely with teachers and the wider team to create engaging learning experiences while supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same — and where every small step forward for a pupil is a big achievement.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will include:

• Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups to help them engage with learning

• Assisting teachers in delivering creative and engaging lessons and activities

• Encouraging pupils’ emotional, social and personal development

• Promoting positive behaviour, confidence and independence

• Supporting a range of classroom, practical and outdoor learning activities

• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff to provide a consistent and nurturing environment

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and enthusiastic

• Flexible and happy working in a varied, active role

• A supportive team player who builds positive relationships

• Confident supporting pupils both indoors and outdoors

• Passionate about helping young people grow, learn and succeed

Essential Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grades A–C or 4 and above)

About Us

At Mountfield Heath School, every day brings new challenges, opportunities, and rewards. Every member of our team plays a crucial role in shaping brighter futures for our pupils.

We support autistic boys and girls aged 5–11, many of whom have additional needs. Our independent special educational needs provision currently educates 45 pupils, across a spacious site with large classrooms and dedicated outdoor learning areas.

Our mission is simple: to equip every child with the skills, confidence, and knowledge they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. We aim to prepare pupils not only for school but for life beyond, encouraging them to achieve high standards in all areas of development.

Located in Robertsbridge, East Sussex, the school is easily accessible from Hastings, Royal Tunbridge Wells, and surrounding areas, making this an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

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

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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