Teaching Assistant

Location: Drybrook

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Job Title:

Teaching Assistant

Location:

Brookthorpe Hall School, Gloucester, GL4 0UN

Hours:

40 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary:  £23,638.00 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 (4

DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay*.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4

DWW, 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 #team

OFG!

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of everything we do. You’ll work closely with teachers and therapists to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that build confidence, curiosity, and independence in every pupil.

What you’ll be doing :

Supporting pupils with complex needs to achieve their learning and personal goals

Helping to plan and deliver engaging, practical lessons that promote active learning

Providing emotional and physical support to help pupils feel safe, valued, and understood

Encouraging independence, self-confidence, and positive social interactions

Assisting with outdoor learning, enrichment opportunities, and off-site trips

Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and colleagues to deliver consistent, high-quality support

Growing your own skills through regular training and professional development

Who we’re looking for:

A caring, patient, and adaptable individual who thrives in a team environment

Someone ready to take on a variety of classroom and outdoor roles, tailored to each pupil’s needs

A positive, resilient person who enjoys supporting young people through challenges

A confident communicator capable of building trusting relationships with pupils

Every day will be different — and every day, you’ll make a difference. With the support of experienced colleagues and a culture built on teamwork and care, you’ll have everything you need to flourish and grow in your career.

Application Requirement:

As part of your application, please include clear examples of your experience — particularly where you have:

Supported pupils 1:1 or in small groups

Worked with children with complex needs

Contributed to positive learning or behavioural outcomes

Collaborated effectively with colleagues

These examples will help us understand your impact and suitability for the role.

If you are ready to bring energy, creativity, and heart to a role that truly matters, then Brookthorpe Hall School is the perfect place for your next career step.

About Us

Brookthorpe Hall School is a new independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs, SEMH/ASD/Complex trauma. Our dedicated team will work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

We are part of Options Autism and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

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…