Teaching Assistant

Full Job Description

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Job Title:

Teaching Assistant

Location:

Brick Lane School, London, E2 6DY

Salary: £24,675 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am - 4.00pm

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only

Start:
December 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As a Teaching Assistant at Brick Lane School, you won’t just support learning — you’ll help shape lives. You’ll work closely with pupils who have a range of needs and strengths, supporting them through personalised learning journeys built on trust, encouragement, and consistency. You’ll assist with preparing engaging lessons, delivering hands‑on activities, and providing essential emotional and physical support. Whether supporting learning in the classroom or facilitating outdoor activities, no two days will be the same.

You’ll be part of a supportive, close‑knit team that values your contribution and encourages your professional development as you grow in confidence and experience.

• Support pupils with varied and complex needs to access learning, build independence, and develop key life skills
• Assist with preparing and delivering engaging classroom, practical, and outdoor learning activities
• Provide consistent emotional, physical, and social support to promote wellbeing and positive engagement
• Work flexibly across different classes and learning environments as part of a collaborative, supportive team
• Implement agreed strategies and follow guidance from teachers and clinical professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils

In addition you will support autistic pupils to develop their communication, emotional regulation, independence, and relationships. This includes supporting pupils during playtimes, swimming sessions (including entering the pool where required), educational visits, and with personal/intimate care. You will be expected to work flexibly across classes, contribute positively as a team member, and consistently implement strategies that help pupils achieve their EHCP outcomes.

• Grade C or equivalent in Math's and English required
• A compassionate, adaptable approach to supporting pupils
• A willingness to embrace a dynamic, hands‑on role within a school setting

Brick Lane School is a specialist school for young people with autism and associated needs. We are committed to providing a pupil‑centred education in a safe, supportive and engaging environment where every young person is encouraged to develop a love of learning. Through strong relationships and a holistic approach to support, we help pupils build confidence, independence and the skills they need to succeed.

With places for up to 76 pupils and small class sizes, we are able to deliver highly personalised learning tailored to individual needs. Our experienced team is trained in trauma‑informed practice, de‑escalation and therapeutic approaches, while specialist interventions and therapy sessions ensure pupils receive the support they need to achieve the outcomes set out in their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

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.

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…