Teaching Assistant

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Claystone School

• Luton
• Permanent

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

At OFG we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work

Job Title:
Teaching Assistant
Location:
Claystone School, Luton, LU1 4LL

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday-Friday | 8:15am - 4:15pm
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:
Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
October 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Claystone School, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, feel understood and experience success. We’re looking for a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team and help pupils with Autism and additional needs build confidence, independence and a love for learning.

This is more than a job, it’s your chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive, inspiring environment.

As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of school life, supporting pupils in the classroom and beyond, helping them engage, achieve and grow. From delivering tailored support to creating hands‑on learning experiences, no two days are the same. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team who will support your development, giving you the tools and training to succeed and progress in your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting pupils with autism and additional needs in their learning and development
• Assisting with engaging classroom activities and personalised learning experiences
• Providing emotional and practical support tailored to individual pupils
• Helping pupils build confidence, independence and social skills
• Supporting both indoor and outdoor learning activities
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues
• Working collaboratively as part of a supportive and passionate team
• Helping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment

Who we are looking for

We’re looking for someone who is:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C / grade 4 or above
• Caring, adaptable and enthusiastic
• Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential
• Confident working in a variety of learning environments, both indoors and outdoors
• A strong team player who values collaboration and mutual support
• Calm, patient and responsive to individual pupil needs
• Eager to learn, develop and grow within a rewarding education career

About Us

Claystone School – a brand-new specialist school in Luton for autistic children aged 4-11, recently opened in January 2025.

Situated in Pepperstock, Luton, Claystone School is a small, independent setting supporting children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and a range of additional learning difficulties. We provide a nurturing environment where each child’s unique strengths and contributions are recognised and celebrated, helping them reach their full potential.

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.

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