Teaching Assistant

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• Shifnal
• Permanent

Salary: £24,619.20 per annum

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Closing date:
Wednesday, 2nd December 2026

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Job Title:
Teaching Assistant

Location:

Lamledge School, Shifnal, TF11 8SD

Salary: £24,619.20 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:

40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:
December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

We're looking for a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant to join our exceptional team and help transform the lives of young people with additional and complex needs.

This isn't just a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to be a mentor, motivator and positive role model for students who need encouragement, consistency and belief in their potential.

You’ll support students both academically and emotionally, helping them overcome barriers to learning, celebrate successes and develop the confidence to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Whether you’re supporting learning in the classroom, taking part in enrichment activities, or helping a student navigate a challenging moment, your influence will have a lasting impact.

No two days are the same, but every day is rewarding.

Working alongside teachers, therapists and specialist staff, you’ll be part of a nurturing and ambitious environment where every achievement is celebrated and every student is encouraged to thrive.

• Supporting students in lessons on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Building positive relationships that help students feel safe, valued and supported
• Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence in learning
• Supporting students’ emotional wellbeing, communication and social development
• Working with teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning experiences
• Helping students overcome challenges and celebrate their progress
• Taking part in practical, creative and outdoor learning activities
• Contributing to a positive, calm and inclusive learning environment
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to support student success

• Passionate about making a difference to young people's lives
• Patient, resilient and able to remain calm under pressure
• Positive, energetic and enthusiastic about supporting learning
• Naturally able to build strong relationships and earn trust
• A team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• Adaptable and willing to get involved in all aspects of student life

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

Lamledge School is an independent specialist school in Shropshire, supporting students aged 5–19 with SEMH and additional learning needs. We provide a nurturing, small-group environment where every student feels understood, supported, and challenged to reach their potential. Our curriculum combines academic excellence with social, emotional, and life skills development, guided by…