Total 171 education training job vacancies in darwen lancashire

What skills and experience we're looking for

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What the school offers its staff

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

St Cuthbert’s are currently seeking a Physical Education Curriculum Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust

We are delighted to offer the opportunity to join St. Cuthbert’s RC High School, a diverse and vibrant school community where we believe that we should be the best that we can be in everything that we do and this mission is at the heart of everything that we do

Applications from Early Career Teachers alongside more experienced practitioners are welcomed. Flexible-working arrangements could be considered for the right candidate.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values

One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools’ opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

Purpose of the role:

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic teaching professional who can work as part of our dedicated and exceptional team. The candidate will be expected to demonstrate the ability to meet the Teachers’ Standards. All classroom teachers will contribute to the curriculum and year teams in supporting the school’s mission statement and achieving its aims. As a professional within a Catholic School, you will be expected to enhance the life of the school by delivering and developing high quality teaching and learning, contributing to the work of the teams of teaching and support staff, being reflective about your own practice and effectiveness: sharing with, and learning from the work of others, and constantly seeking ways to improve through innovation and research.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Is an exceptional practitioner with strong subject knowledge and experience of raising achievement across the age and ability range.
• Is highly motivated by a belief that the life chances of all young people can be improved.
• Is a well-qualified, industrious, and talented team player who believes in lifelong learning and can help pupils develop the skills and attitudes they will need in their future lives.
• Possesses the talent, interpersonal skills, and range of pedagogical approaches necessary to contribute to the overall success of the staff and team.
• Can demonstrate a strong track record of positive impact to date.

What the school offers its staff

• A supportive and dedicated Local Governing Body and Staff
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Supportive colleagues and governors with a clear vision and high aspirations for the school.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.
• Opportunities to work within the wider STOCCAT team
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Commitment to safeguarding

St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Visits to Underley Garden School are Welcome to all applicants!

Job title: Education Autism Practitioner

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale

Salary: £21,672.40 per annum

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Candidates must have Full UK Driving Licence and Access to Own Vehicle

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Education Autism Practitioner to join our close-knit team at Underley Garden School, part of Options Autism.

About Us

Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils and young people, aged 5-19, who have a range of complex needs associated with autism and learning disabilities, including complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs associated with their disabilities. At Underley Garden, we aim to make a positive difference to the personal, social and learning lives of the people entrusted to our care.

Our School adopts a holistic, person-centred approach to the development of our young people and endeavours to ensure that they achieve as high a standard as possible. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet the individual requirements of young people with complex special educational needs.

Underley Garden School is located near the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales in a commutable distance of Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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.

The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils and young people’s lives. Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where our pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Education Autism Practitioner, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs. They have so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys bespoke to them.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Every day will be different, but you will have all the support you need, with lots of skills and experience to draw on along with valuable advice and guidance too.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for passionate staff who want to support pupils with a variety of complex needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Non-Verbal and Pre-Verbal and Communicational difficulties and more. You will be required as a part of your role to undertake personal care duties to support our students.

We would love to hear from candidates who have their GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, but you don’t need any experience to join our team. If you come from hospitality, the army, outdoor activity centres or an office-based job but are eager to help vulnerable pupils and young people to live happy, fulfilling lives, this is the role for you. We will provide you with full training and development to succeed within your role.

You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Why join Options Autism?

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
Additional School Benefits

Birthday Chocolates
Gift Voucher at Christmas
BUPA Wellbeing Health Expenses including Employee Assistance Programme and Anytime Healthline
Team Building Days
Attendance Incentive
'Go Green Initiative' - Every staff member who lives outside of a 10-mile radius from Underley Garden will receive a payment for five days travel per month. We encourage car sharing where possible

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint a well-qualified, enthusiastic and dedicated teacher of RE to join our team. The successful candidate must be a talented teacher who can convey their passion for their subject to our students and be a team player at heart. They should be focused, resilient and good-humoured, and have the capacity to teach RE at Key Stage 3 and 4. The ability to teach KS5 is desirable. This post is suitable for experienced staff or ECTs.

The Religious Education team achieve excellent outcomes as a result of their outstanding subject pedagogical approach and the rapport that they have with each student. They are a forward thinking, dynamic team who are at the forefront of embedding new technologies into daily teaching. All members of the Learning Area are dedicated to producing lessons of the highest standard and work collaboratively to ensure that students are able to experience a high quality curriculum. RE is compulsory at GCSE and all students at KS5 study Core RE. There is a thriving KS5 uptake and a significant proportion of our A2 students go on to study RE related undergraduate courses.

What the school offers its staff

SAFEGUARDING

St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

- Salary: MPR/UPR.

- A Recruitment and Retention allowance of £3,000 is available for an exceptional candidate.

- Teacher’s pension scheme.

- Laptop and iPad.

- Access to Employee Assistance programme offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health and legal advice.

- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and support to develop your career.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Wilfrid’s Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

HR Manager

Salary: £40,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 9am – 5.30 pm


My client is a fast-growing is large insurance company based in Chorley. We are looking to recruit an experienced and diligent Senior HR Manager reporting directly to the Group COO. You will be responsible for providing a high standard of HR and employee relations management and support across the Group business, ensuring excellent working relationships with employees, colleagues, third parties and internal teams. Dealing with over 100 employees.

Key Responsibilities
• Overall control and development of the HR function within the group
• Presenting and maintaining the HR function with confidence and clarity
• Supporting and advising colleagues on HR situations as they may develop ensuring outcomes are compliant and the effects on the business are mitigated
• Confidential and protected conversations with mediation efforts to avoid formal outcomes
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, guidelines contained in the Company handbook are up to date and clear.
• Email inbox management and maintenance
• Coherent written and verbal communication ability
• Having an awareness and understanding of Corporate/legislative requirements
• End to end control of Starters/Movers/Leavers process; coordinating Line managers, IT, marketing and employees via 365 and Outlook
• Advising and supporting Line Managers with recruitment process
• Controlling Appraisal and salary review process
• Role profiles; creation and update.
• Contracts/role Changes
• Employee digital files; system creation and maintenance
• Payroll preparation, checking and accurate submission to payroll providers for group businesses to a deadline driven monthly timescale.
• Pension Scheme Administration
• Ability to manage TUPE changes
• Sickness absence management
• Advising and Supporting performance management
• Training Retention agreements
Experience and Skills
• CIPD qualified or QBE minimum 5 years in a senior HR management role
• Confidentiality, discretion, impartiality and professionalism
• Customer service and interpersonal skills, ability to guide others and engage with employees and colleagues at all levels
• Working knowledge of legal terminology to understand and interpret legal advice when sought, knowledge of employment law and how to apply legislation.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to deliver bad news professionally, compliantly yet compassionately.
• Strong listening and problem solving skills
• Attention to detail and diligence
• Able to work independently and under own initiative
• Reliable and efficient with strong time management and organisation skills
• Professional and hardworking with a strong ‘lead by example’ work ethic.
• Evidence of a passion for working with people.
• Proven organisational skills at a senior level including prioritising and time-management.
• Thrives under pressure and relishes change.
• Ability to think strategically and develop a plan to enable long term change.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office packages with a degree of competency in Excel and Bright HR

Elliot's Bistro in Chorley are recruiting for an Apprentice chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality which will take approximately 17 months to complete.

Duties:
- Preparing fresh food within a kitchen environment
- Locally sourced produce
- General housekeeping within the kitchen
- Knife work
- Use of kitchen appliances
- Pastry and baking working
- Washing, cutting and preparing vegetables
- Preparing meat and fish such as chicken, steak, pork
- Ensure allergens and intolerances are taken seriously
- Health and safety
- Food waste management

Requirements:
- Must have a passion for food and cooking
- Teamworking
- Punctuality and attendance
- Clean and hygienic
- Good communicator and listener

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
5 days a week shift to be confirmed. Usual start time 2pm, latest finish 21:30. 40 Hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Matthew Stevens Furniture in Blackburn are recruiting for an Apprentice Furniture Manufacturer. The successful candidate will work towards a level 2 Furniture Manufacturer qualification over the duration of 24 months.

Job Details:
• Production of hand crafted furniture
• Using a variety of woodworking machines
• Assembly of Bespoke Units
• Attaching Fixtures and Fittings
• Finishing Furniture
• Working to Health and Safety regulations

Requirements:
• Will attend the Centre of Excellence (COVE) in Accrington on a bi-weekly basis

GCSE Requirements:
• Good GCSE grades would be an advantage

Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, 45 minutes for lunch, 2 x 15 minute breaks, 37.5 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Dolly's Tearoom in Darwen are recruiting for an Apprentice Commis Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification which will take approximately 20 months to complete.

Duties:
- Hands on learning in the kitchen from hygiene to food preparation and service.
- Assist with the production of high quality, freshly prepared food as directed by the Head Chef.
- Assist with day to day washing up and cleaning as per cleaning schedules and as directed by the Head Chef.
- Helping to ensure that food offer and resultant service facilitates a high quality of customer service.
- Helping to control gross profit by ensuring good portion control and minimising wastage.
- Assisting in the implementation and effective discharge of all relevant statutory requirements within the kitchen department. These include health & safety, food safety and fire safety.

Requirements:
Hours are indicative only and Apprentice will need to be flexible to support the needs of the business.
Any overtime worked will be paid at the hourly rate.
Lives local or nearby

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Wednesday and Thursday, 11:00am - 3:30pm. Friday and Saturday, 12:00pm - 7:00pm. Sunday, 11:00am - 6:00pm. Breaks are paid and meals provided. 30- 35 hours per week.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Cavendish Arms in Chorley are recruiting for an apprentice Chef. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Commis Chef apprenticeship over the duration of 16 months.

Job Details:
The ideal applicant will be trained to gain;
• Knive Skills
• Menu and Dish Preparation
• Allergens
• Diet & Nutrition
• Fish, Meat, Poultry, Stocks, Sauces, Soups
• Butchery
• Bakery
• Food Safety
• Hot & Cold Deserts

Requirements:
• Self Motivated
• Enthusiastic, with the desire to learn
• A passion for working in a fast pace environment
• Attention to detail
• Confident
• Good communication when dealing with customers

Hours of work:
Monday - Sunday Flexible working shift patterns (breaks AM & PM) 40 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

D & E Distributors Ltd in Chorley are recruiting for an Apprentice Industrial Sewing Machinist. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Furniture Occupations Apprenticeship which will take approximately 24 months to complete.

Duties:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will;
• Operate specialist, industrial sewing machines
• Work with a variety of materials, threads and trimmings
• Use a variety of sewing production techniques and methods
• Check and maintain appropriate stock level
• Follow instructions and learn about technical specifications
• Adhere to Company Health & Safety measures
• Sewing orders to agreed timescales

Requirements:
• Helpful and friendly manner
• A strong work ethic
• A good team player
• Good communication skills
• Self Motivated
• Good attention to detail
• Good standard of Maths and English

Grades:
No formal qualifications required.

Hours:

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Speech & Language Therapist - Full Time
Location: Preston Area, Lancashire
Salary: £37,668 - £44,700 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time Only + 2 Additional Weeks (41 Weeks per year)

About the Employer:
Join a dedicated team at a specialist education school catering to children with autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ADHD, and trauma. This role spans three schools in the Preston area, providing a supportive, collaborative environment where you'll play a vital role in enhancing communication, learning, and social skills in children with diverse and complex needs.

Benefits:

Competitive salary range: £37,668 - £44,700 (pro rata)
Term time only (plus two additional weeks)
Supportive, multi-disciplinary team environment
Professional development and ongoing training
Criteria:

Registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) and Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Hold a professional degree in Speech & Language Therapy
Full UK Driving Licence

Duties:
As a Speech & Language Therapist working with children with special education needs, learning, physical, and sensory disabilities, you will:

Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify speech, language, and communication needs.
Develop individualized therapy plans tailored to each child’s needs, focusing on enhancing communication and social skills.
Provide one-to-one and group therapy sessions to support language development and sensory processing.
Collaborate closely with teachers, support staff, and families to create a cohesive approach to each child's development.
Offer training and guidance to school staff on implementing communication strategies within the classroom.
Monitor, evaluate, and report on the progress of each student, adjusting therapy plans as needed.
Work with a multi-disciplinary team to create holistic support plans, contributing speech and language expertise to wider educational and behavioral interventions.
Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings to support goal setting and progress tracking for each student.


Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners, fostering an inclusive, communicative, and supportive learning environment.

Join Our Team as a Nursery Assistant in Preston!

Are you passionate about early childhood development and eager to make a positive impact on young learners? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as a Nursery Assistant! Enjoy the flexibility to set your own schedule, choose your availability, and decide when and where you want to work.

We are currently seeking enthusiastic Nursery Assistants in Preston, available Monday to Friday for ad-hoc positions starting in September. Earn a competitive rate of £13-£14 per hour while having the freedom to choose your workdays.

As a Nursery Assistant, you will help create a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners, supporting their development through fun and educational activities. If you hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education, possess an NVQ or CACHE certificate, and have relevant experience, we encourage you to apply. Permanent positions are available for the right candidate, offering a great opportunity to grow and progress in your career.

Your Responsibilities as a Nursery Assistant will include:

• Assisting teachers with lessons and behavior management.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Planning and creating engaging activities for the children.
• Teaching essential life skills such as hygiene and manners.
• Communicating effectively with children, staff, parents, and carers as needed.
• Adapting your support based on the individual needs of the children.

Benefits of working with Randstad:

• Access to both temporary and permanent roles.
• DBS and application support.
• Personalized guidance to help edit, draft, and improve your CV.
• Regular review of your AWR period by a dedicated consultant.
• A consultant who focuses on matching you with suitable roles and opportunities.
• Free career advice.
• Convenient online access to bookings via an app system.
• Free online and CPD training programs.
• Access to Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 training.
• Free payroll service with no umbrella fees; we use a PAYE system.
• Free pension service with 'now pensions'.

Requirements:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• At least 6 months of experience working with children (must provide 2 professional references).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and patience.
• CACHE Level 2/3 qualification or relevant nursery experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of EYFS principles.

Randstad has developed strong partnerships with local nurseries, leading to exclusive opportunities becoming available daily. We are looking for dedicated Nursery Assistants to join our team!

If this role sounds like a great fit for you, don't hesitate to apply today! For more information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.

Join Our Team as a Nursery Assistant in Lancaster!

Do you have a passion for nurturing young minds and helping children thrive during their early years? We have an exciting opportunity for you to become a valued member of our dedicated team as a Nursery Assistant! Enjoy the flexibility to set your own schedule, select your availability, and choose when and where you want to work.

We are currently looking for enthusiastic Nursery Assistants in Lancaster, available Monday to Friday for ad-hoc positions starting in September. Earn a competitive rate of £13-£14 per hour while enjoying the flexibility to choose your workdays.

As a Nursery Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in fostering a nurturing and engaging environment for young learners, supporting their growth through creative and educational activities. If you hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Early Years Education, possess an NVQ or CACHE certificate, and have prior experience, we encourage you to apply. Permanent positions are available for the right candidate, making this agency role a fantastic stepping stone into a new environment, and we are committed to supporting your professional development.

Your Responsibilities as a Nursery Assistant will include:

• Supporting the teacher with lessons and behavior management.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of children.
• Creating engaging and stimulating activities for the children.
• Teaching basic life skills such as hygiene and manners.
• Communicating effectively with children, staff, parents, and carers as needed.
• Adapting your approach based on the needs of the children.

Benefits of working with Randstad:

• Access to both temporary and permanent roles.
• DBS and school application support.
• Guidance and support from a consultant to help edit, draft, and refine your CV.
• A consultant who reviews your AWR period.
• A dedicated consultant focused on finding you suitable roles and work placements.
• Free career advice.
• Easy online access to bookings through an app system.
• Free online and CPD training opportunities.
• Access to Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 training.
• Free payroll service with no umbrella fees; we operate on a PAYE basis.
• Free pension service with 'now pensions'.

Requirements:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
• At least 6 months of experience working with children (with the ability to provide 2 professional references).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• A genuine passion for working with children.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and patience.
• CACHE Level 2/3 or relevant nursery experience preferred.
• Good understanding of EYFS principles.

Randstad has built excellent partnerships with many local nurseries, leading to exclusive roles becoming available daily. We are now seeking dedicated Nursery Assistants to join us!

If this opportunity sounds right for you, don't hesitate to apply today! For more information or a confidential discussion about your career, please contact Jessica Verndet at jessicaverndet@randstad.co.uk.

LED Electrical in Nelson are recruiting for an Apprentice Supply Chain Warehouse Operative. The successful candidate will work towards completing a Level 2 Supply Chain Warehouse Operative apprenticeship over the duration of 15 months.

Job Details:
• Preparing and picking orders for delivery or collection both accurately and timely
• Goods receiving warehouse products and physically re-stocking items
• Performing warehouse inventory audits when requested
• Keep a clean and safe working environment in the warehouse in line with our Health & Safety standards
• Update the procurement team on low running stock or incorrect stock
• Operate the warehouse machinery safely and in line with our Health & Safety standards
• Be available to take courses that allow you to safely operate fork lift trucks and other lifting machinery if required

Requirements:
• Team player
• Ambitious and keen to progress in the company
• IT skills
• Physically fit and able to lift/carry heavy goods
• Good communicator
• Good attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to new procedures/ways of working

Hours of work:
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, (30 min lunch) 37.5 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Visits to Underley Garden School are Welcome to all applicants!

Job title: Teaching Assistant

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale

Salary: £21,672.40 per annum

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Candidates must have Full UK Driving Licence and Access to Own Vehicle

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at Underley Garden School, part of Options Autism.

About Us

Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils and young people, aged 5-19, who have a range of complex needs associated with autism and learning disabilities, including complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs associated with their disabilities. At Underley Garden, we aim to make a positive difference to the personal, social and learning lives of the people entrusted to our care.

Our School adopts a holistic, person-centred approach to the development of our young people and endeavours to ensure that they achieve as high a standard as possible. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet the individual requirements of young people with complex special educational needs.

Underley Garden School is located near the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales in a commutable distance of Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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.

The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils and young people’s lives. Join an amazing team creating supportive, nurturing environments where our pupils achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the brilliant pupils and young people we care for, helping to make sure they get the very best from their education. Each individual has a diagnosis of Autism and may have additional needs. They have so much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys bespoke to them.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, with plenty of hands-on experience and some supervision too. You will take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting them to develop as individuals and engage with the world.

Every day will be different, but you will have all the support you need, with lots of skills and experience to draw on along with valuable advice and guidance too.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for passionate staff who want to support pupils with a variety of complex needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Non-Verbal and Pre-Verbal and Communicational difficulties and more. You will be required as a part of your role to undertake personal care duties to support our students.

We would love to hear from candidates who have their GCSE C or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths, but you don’t need any experience to join our team. If you come from hospitality, the army, outdoor activity centres or an office-based job but are eager to help vulnerable pupils and young people to live happy, fulfilling lives, this is the role for you. We will provide you with full training and development to succeed within your role.

You will be adaptable and ready to work in a variety of classroom roles, both indoors and outside according to individual need. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running classroom activities, leading outdoor experiences or supervising pupils as they explore further afield.

Our schools are built on great teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working as part of a dedicated team, sharing knowledge, experience and learning, simply fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form and a member of our team will be in touch.

Why join Options Autism?

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
Additional School Benefits

Birthday Chocolates
Gift Voucher at Christmas
BUPA Wellbeing Health Expenses including Employee Assistance Programme and Anytime Healthline
Team Building Days
Attendance Incentive
'Go Green Initiative' - Every staff member who lives outside of a 10-mile radius from Underley Garden will receive a payment for five days travel per month. We encourage car sharing where possible.