Teaching Assistant

. This role does not offer sponsorship

Robins Way School, part of Acorn Education, is a new and exciting specialist school in Amesbury. We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of young people.

This is a deeply rewarding role, offering the chance to work directly with pupils, helping them access education through tailored, person-centred support. You will play a vital role in helping each child feel safe, valued, and empowered to learn.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide support to pupils with autism and complex needs. Your work will include helping students engage with learning, supporting their emotional regulation and social development, and assisting with both classroom and outdoor learning activities.

Your role will involve working closely with teachers, therapists, and specialists to ensure every child’s individual needs are met. Each day will bring new challenges and opportunities to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with autism and complex needs Assist with delivering engaging lessons and creating learning resources Support pupils’ emotional regulation and social interaction Participate in outdoor learning and real-world experiences Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and professionals Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other specialists to support each child’s individual journey

Who We’re Looking For

You don’t need previous SEN experience—we provide full training. What matters most is that you are:

Caring, patient, and adaptable Willing to learn and take on new challenges Resilient and calm under pressure A true team player who wants to make a difference

Essential: GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)

If you are enthusiastic, committed, and ready to support young people in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you. 

About the school

Robins Way School, based in Amesbury, Wiltshire is an exciting new addition to the Acorn portfolio. We provide a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for primary-aged pupils with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Every child at Robins Way is seen, heard, and valued. Our mission is to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed, both academically and personally. Through a creative and flexible approach to teaching, we help every child overcome challenges and reach their full potential.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education for vulnerable pupils and young people. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

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.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

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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