Teaching Assistant

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

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, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW - and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join .

Role: Teaching Assistant

Location: Jubilee School, Waterlooville PO7 7RE

Salary: £22,300.00 per annum ( not pro rata )

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start: November 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

All candidates must hold a Full UK Driving Licence

Jubilee School, part of Acorn Education, is looking for a dedicated, compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team. This is your chance to work in a supportive, inspiring environment where every day you help pupils flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the Role
Make a real difference every day! Join Jubilee School as a Teaching Assistant and help our pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. You'll support classroom activities, lead small groups, provide 1:1 guidance, and inspire confidence and independence in every pupil.

What you'll do

• Support classroom activities and deliver hands-on learning experiences
• Lead small group sessions and provide 1:1 support tailored to each pupil's needs
• Encourage confidence, independence, and curiosity in every pupil
• Work across indoor and outdoor settings, making learning engaging and fun
• Collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and therapists to enhance pupils' learning and wellbeing

What we're looking for:

We want someone who is

• Caring, patient, and adaptable
• Experienced in working with children or holding GCSEs in English and Maths
• Comfortable supporting pupils in a variety of classroom and outdoor environments
• Holds a Full UK Driving Licence
• A team player ready to contribute to a positive and collaborative school culture

At Jubilee School, you'll be part of a passionate, supportive team making a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Every day is rewarding, every achievement celebrated, and every pupil's potential championed. If you're ready to inspire, support, and empower, apply today and help our pupils achieve more than they ever imagined!

About Us

Jubilee School is an independent special school for pupils with complex needs. These include social, emotional and mental health needs. Some pupils have additional associated SEND. Jubilee School is linked with four residential accommodations and is located in Waterlooville, just outside of Portsmouth.

This opportunity is in Waterlooville which is within commutable distance of Portsmouth, Chichester and surrounding areas.

Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. 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 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.