Teaching Assistant

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 7BH
Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm
Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: April 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 (4DWW) trial, giving you 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay .

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW, 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 !

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in helping our pupils thrive - emotionally, socially, and academically. Every pupil at Ryecroft has unique strengths and needs, and you'll be there to support their learning journeys every step of the way.

You will:

• Support class teachers with preparing resources and running activities
• Work 1:1 or in small groups, helping pupils to stay engaged and make progress
• Provide emotional and physical care in a nurturing and respectful way
• Encourage independence, confidence, and self-expression
• Adapt to meet different needs - in the classroom, outdoors, or on school trips

This is a hands-on, dynamic role with every day offering something different. You'll need to be flexible, responsive, and ready to think on your feet - but you'll never be without guidance, teamwork, and expert support.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and resilient
• Adaptable and happy working across a range of classroom and outdoor settings
• A clear communicator with strong teamwork skills
• Enthusiastic about supporting children with SEN, autism, and complex needs
• Committed to promoting the emotional wellbeing and personal growth of every pupil

Prior experience is welcome but not essential - if you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we'll provide full training and development opportunities.

If you're passionate about helping young people succeed and want to be part of a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

Ryecroft School has capacity for 60 pupils, opened in September 2024 and caters for pupils with Autism and complex needs.

The school is located in Walsall. Walsall is a market town in the West Midlands County. It is located 9 miles north-west of Birmingham, 7 miles east of Wolverhampton and 9 miles from Lichfield.

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 checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Subject to successful probation. Not a contractual benefit.

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

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.