Total 191 education training job vacancies in Manchester, M1 3BN

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.

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!

Job title: Commercial Project Portfolio Manager

Location: Bolton (Hybrid)

Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 per annum

Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday

Reports to: Commercial Development Director

JOB PURPOSE:

The Commercial Project Portfolio Manager at Outcomes First Group (OFG) is responsible for overseeing and delivering key projects that support the organisation’s mission to provide high-quality care and education. This role involves managing project planning, execution, and resource allocation to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet OFG’s quality standards. The role also involves the overseeing of Central Operations and developing the Team as a link between the sites and central functions. The Commercial Project Portfolio Manager serves as a crucial link between OFG’s senior management, and project stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective communication.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of key projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Ensure projects align with Outcomes First Group's (OFG) strategic objectives and contribute to the organisation’s mission of providing high-quality care and education.
Act as the primary liaison between senior management, and project stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues that arise.
Allocate and manage project resources effectively, including budgeting, staffing, and logistics, to optimise project performance.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive management of potential issues and implementing contingency plans as needed.
Track and report on project progress, performance metrics, and outcomes, making adjustments as necessary to meet project goals and deliver value.
Influence and challenge cross-functionally within the company to deliver continuous improvement on existing operational systems and processes.
In addition;

Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and overall project success.
Ensure all projects adhere to regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and industry standards, maintaining high standards of governance and ethical practices.
Facilitate collaboration across various departments and teams within OFG to ensure integrated project delivery and resolve cross-functional challenges effectively.
REQUIREMENTS

Technical skills:

Proficiency in methodologies such as PRINCE2, PMP, and Agile, including tools for project planning, scheduling, and execution.
Ability to develop, manage, and track project budgets, including cost estimation, financial reporting, and cost control.
Skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks, with experience in developing and implementing risk management strategies.
Knowledge of contract negotiation, administration, and management to ensure compliance and successful project outcomes.
Proficiency in analysing project data, performance metrics, and generating detailed reports for stakeholders and senior management.
Experience within an Operational environment
Experience in managing and communicating with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives and external partners.
Experience and Skills:

A minimum of 8 years’ experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or management role, preferably within a similar industry or sector.
Proven ability to lead and motivate a team, set clear performance expectations, and foster a collaborative working environment.
Skills in managing projects, including planning, execution and monitoring to ensure successful outcomes.
Experience in an Operational role
Strong analytical skills for interpreting project data and performance metrics and generating comprehensive reports.
Why join Outcomes First Group?

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.

There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.

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.

Our Vision
We believe that with a great education, every neurodivergent pupil can thrive and make their way in the world.

Our Mission
Every day we improve the lives of our pupils, their families, and local communities through a relentless focus on wellbeing and learning.

Our Promise
We are kind to ourselves and each other...We work together... and we make things happen.
Our Promise sits alongside our Vision and Mission. It describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together, and behave.

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:

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.

We're on a mission to give our colleagues an amazing work/life balance!

Job title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Bolton (Hybrid)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday

Reports to: Commercial Project Portfolio Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

To be responsible for:

delivering strategic projects across Outcomes First Group Limited (OFGL)
supporting operational colleagues in the delivery of the business change enabled by those strategic projects, and the establishment of usage and benefit measures
ensuring ongoing support arrangements are established for solutions delivered by projects, those arrangements being in place within the OFGL Project Team
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Creation of Business Cases for Strategic Projects (incorporating scope and objectives), working with colleagues to identify anticipated benefits and designing mechanisms to measures tangible benefits
Establish business requirements at the commencement of a project, using a variety of business analysis techniques, including but not limited to business process design, user experience analysis and workshop facilitation
Establish non-functional as well as functional requirements, including but not limited to resilience and security
Agree, document and apply the appropriate solution delivery approach, including predictive (e.g. waterfall) and adaptive (e.g. agile/iterative)
Coordinate permanent and contract resources and third-party input for the predictable execution of projects, allocating resources to project tasks appropriately
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
Develop and manage a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
Ensure the preparation, review and sign off of all project deliverables, including interim project deliverables such as requirements documentation and test plans
Provide effective leadership to the project team, and take appropriate action where team performance deviates from agreed tolerances.
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate change management techniques
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
Regularly report project status to project governance bodies and individuals, escalating as needed
Manage the relationship with and communication with all stakeholders, including third parties
Pro-actively and transparently manage risks, issues and dependencies
Meet project budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
Ensure all new and enhanced solutions have an IT support model if required in place prior to implementation, encompassing application support, 1st and 2nd line IT support and vendor support
Ensure that for each project consideration is given to whether existing Disaster Recovery plans are to be updated, or new ones created, and then tested
Support operational business colleagues in creating a business continuity plan to be used in the event of solution unavailability, and facilitate the testing and operational execution of that plan as requested by the business
Ensure that projects are formally closed and subsequently reviewed, and that lessons learned are recorded
Work within deadlines and respond in a flexible way to the changing demands of the Group.
Work within the provisions of the Data Protection Act, observing strict confidentiality in relation to all aspects of work undertaken, referring to the Data Protection Manager when necessary.
Respond sensitively and professionally in supporting and maintaining good relationships with colleagues and all contacts who work in partnership with the Group.
The ability to have a flexible approach to developing ideas and solutions, using the most appropriate tools for the job.
A keen sense of business processes and protocols, and how these shape the requirements of the solution.
In addition;

Attends meetings and team events as required
Participates in an annual performance review programme
Works in accord with all the policies and procedures of the Group, especially those relating to Child Protection and Safeguarding, observing at all times the strict rules of confidentiality appropriate to the role
REQUIREMENTS

Experience and Skills:

Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft software and associated products
Strong track record of successful delivery of projects across a multi-site business
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Solid experience of working with business colleagues to identify, document and prioritise business and user requirements
Project Management Professional (PMP) and/or PRINCE II certification is desirable
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Be able to work alone and tackle tasks proactively.
Show good initiative and take ownership of tasks or issues
Has a professional demeanor, positive and flexible attitude and good inter-personal and communication skills.
The post holder will be expected to undertake a reasonable amount of travel in the UK.
Why join Outcomes First Group?

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent children and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.

There are three brands in our Outcomes First family: Acorn Education, Options Autism and Momenta Connect. Together, we educate, care for and support children, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.

As an Executive Assistant, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team in delivering an effective service supporting managers and staff across the Operations and Oversight Team in the Workforce & Education Strategy Sub-Directorate. A detailed job description, listing all main responsibilities is available to download. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

Your new company
Hays Education havebeen well established within the local area for a number of years and thereforehave developed strong relationships with a number of schools based locally.
Highly respectedwithin the Education sector, Hays work exclusively with a number of schools inGreater Manchester and are currently experiencing an increase in demand forsupply teachers.
Your new role
JoiningHays as a Supply Teacher means you will be working on both a short and longterm basis, which can be anything from one day through to full terms and even afull academic year. On a short term basis, there will be no planning andpreparation required, you will simply be responsible for managing a classroomand ensuring all pupils are on task, as well as ensuring all behaviour isappropriate. When working in a longer term assignment, you will be required tocomplete planning and preparation, as well as the marking and assessment ofpupils work. Working as a supply teacher can offer you an attractive work lifebalance and you can also have the flexibility to work when you want, even on apart time basis.
What you'll need to succeed
Inorder to be successful in securing a role with Hays as a supply teacher, youmust possess Qualified Teacher Status and have recent teaching experience. Youmust also be adaptable as you will be working in various schools and you willhave strong behaviour management skills. You will also ideally be available tostart as soon as possible.
What you'll get in return
In return,you will be paid a competitive daily rate and will have an attractive work lifebalance, as well as receiving significant support from your Hays Consultant.You will join our Hays Education Hub App and will also join our Hays Refer aFriend Scheme where you could be entitled to receiving £350 in high streetvouchers.
What you need to do now
If you are interestedin this role, contact Abbie Albison at Hays Education by applying via thiswebsite or email
***Hays Education arecurrently recruiting Qualified Secondary Teachers for teaching roles aroundGreater Manchester. Refer a Friend/Colleague and Hays can issue £350 vouchersfor every successful appointment

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEN or SEND) is a rewarding career choice where your input can be life changing.

Many of the jobs in SEND are term-time only, which means hours of work can fit nicely around your own childcare, and you get holidays off too!

A Youth Support Worker in education supports the learning journey of the children and young people who may struggle in mainstream education. They are likely to need 1:1 support throughout various aspects of their day including in lessons, sport, accessing the community and personal development.

Working with individuals who have special educational needs and disabilities requires someone who is caring and considerate, patient, shows perseverance, and be a positive role model who will encourage and ignite self-belief.

With the benefit of smaller class sizes in SEN, a bespoke curriculum and state of the art facilities, the working environment is welcoming, nurturing and thriving with individuals who want to achieve.

This position will suit an individual who is looking to build a career in the education. Perhaps you are just starting out, returning to work, or having a change of career. This is an opportunity to bring your own personality and character to work, where you can really make a difference, gain qualifications along the way, and develop a lasting career in a rewarding sector where your input makes a huge difference to others.

Hours are generally 08.30-15.30 Monday to Friday (term time only), but part time hours are also available.

Unfortunately, we can't offer sponsorship so please only apply if you are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Administrator

Salary: £23,000

Based in Stockport

Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Main Purpose: Cover a range of duties across the Post-Appointment Team

Our Insolvency Client is a rapid growing business with a firm foothold in the IVA and Debt Management market. We are looking to expand the team to reach even more prospective consumers and continue to do what we do best; by helping people find the most appropriate solution for their financial needs.

Our client is regulated by the FCA and ensures that the highest possible standards of service are provided throughout.


Principal Duties and Responsibilities


· Draft statutory notices and issue reports to creditors and debtors as per the statutory requirements

· Communicating with clients via phone/SMS/email ensuring all conversations follow GDPR regulations

· Handle all aspects of IVA administration post approval
· Draft, convene and chair variation meetings when required
· Assist with case distributions as and when required
· Liaise with Distributions officer to arrange final distributions
· Deal with all aspects of property restrictions
· Manage and action specific modifications
· Monitor increased liabilities on all cases
· Deal with all aspects of property restrictions/month 54 reviews
· Any such duties that may be required by the business
· Discuss any changes to payments required with clients
· Process card payments and set up recurring payments
· Update creditor details
· Chase outstanding claims and evidence from creditors
· Assist the pre appointment with administration duties as required
· Involvement with companywide projects as appropriate Key Performance Indicators of the role
· Variation proposal drafted within 48 hours of the case being agreed as viable
· Ensure customer emails are responded to withing 48 hours
· Annual Reports drafted within 30 days of due date
· Termination reports drafted within 2 working days of being referred and identified as ready to draft
· Completion reports drafted within 2 working days of being identified as ready to draft

· Score 90% on call audits
· Score 90% on internal audits
· Attend 90% of training
· Complete 36 hours of CPD per year KPIs will be reviewed on a quarterly basis Annual staff performance development reviews (PDR) will be held and professional development plans created to encourage progression within the business

B2B Telesales Executives Opportunity based in Stockport

Working within the IVA sector.
Are you passionate about sales and seeking a rewarding business-to-business opportunity?

We have the perfect role for you! Position: B2B Telesales Executive
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday

Engage with company directors using our state-of-the-art dialler system.
Offer business protection products and generate interest. Seamlessly transfer interested prospects to our business protection advisors.
Drive sales and contribute to team targets in a dynamic and supportive environment.

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

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!

Job Title: Headteacher

Location: North West

Salary: up to £75,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent; Term Time only

This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for an experienced Headteacher to join Outcomes First Group.

About the role

As Headteacher, you will promote a relentless focus on the quality of education and delivery of a broad, balanced and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of pupils and young people along with producing positive outcomes. You will have a Degree and Teaching qualifications.

You will be leading your own outstanding school and positively influencing the lives of many young people. As part of our team, you will focus on developing self-esteem and wellbeing, as well as academic performance and development.

Our Headteacher will be responsible for delivering the school vision and ethos, which inspires and motivates pupils, staff and all other members of the school community. This includes core educational values, moral purpose and be inclusive of all stakeholders’ beliefs and values.

Ensuring that the increasingly complex and diverse needs of the pupils are met in the most appropriate manner through the effective management of the school and its resources.

As Headteacher, you will take responsibility for the internal organisation, management and control of the school and promoting the wider role of it within the local community and across Outcomes First Group.

Promote the wider role of the school within the local community and across Outcomes First Group. Working with our Headteachers to build on the success of the group and to continue to develop the group working practices.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to hear from SEND professionals with the ability and ambition to inspire a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding learning for pupils and young people with special education needs.

We are looking for someone who knows how to bring a creative and innovative approach to improving performance and support for our pupils and their families. An excellent communicator, you will become an ambassador, as the role will include working in partnership with parents, local authorities and other stakeholders.

If you are a truly inspirational, highly motivated and forward-thinking individual, with the energy and passion to change lives coupled with proven experience of impacting upon whole school development and improvement, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

In return for your experience and commitment, we offer outstanding career opportunities, plus access to a network of great leaders within Outcomes First Group.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of specialist education in the UK. We exist to give neurodivergent pupils and young people access to a great education that caters to their specific needs, abilities and aspirations.

Together, we educate, care for and support pupils, young people, and adults across the UK, empowering them to be happy and make their way in the world.

We welcome staff who share our commitment to help pupils experience better days and better lives. Through ongoing development and training, we ensure our staff are well prepared for their jobs and given every opportunity to extend their skills.

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.

Acorn Education and Options Autism are part of the Outcomes First Group.

Why join Outcomes First Group?

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
And that’s not all, 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.

*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.

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Job Title: Training & Qualifications Administrator
Hours: 37.5hrs per week Monday - Friday 9am -5pm
Location: Stockport SK1
Pay Rate: £11.70p/h - £11.90p/h DOE
Temp to permanent opportunity

Duties:

• To manage the digital process for staff qualifications from end to end.
• To register and claim certification for learners
• To liaise with the Vocational Qualifications Centre Manager and Head of Engagement and Learning regarding tasks and duties
• To liaise with the Awarding Organisations regarding administration of vocational qualifications.
• To monitor and manage assessment centre communications.
• To carry out administration of qualifications claimed for funding purposes.
• To be responsible for ensuring learners and management receive vocational qualification certificates.

Learning & Development general duties

• To book mandatory training sessions for the organisation with the new starters and ensure that all relevant qualification data is received.
• To book staff on training courses, update the training database, present delegate
• attendance lists and certificates.
• To answer the phone in a professional and efficient manner, take accurate messages and liaise with other staff and managers.
• To deal with email enquiries regarding learning & development.
• To keep the computerised and manual filing system in order.

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The Recruitment Co. is an equal opportunities employer and we're committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This role is posted on behalf of The Recruitment Co., a sister company of Blue Arrow.

Clive Christian Furniture in Bolton are recruiting for an Apprentice CNC/Wood Machinist. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Furniture Occupations which will take approximately 24 months to complete.

Duties:
As an apprentice, the successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a team and support senior members of the department.

The majority of the Apprentice CNC Machinist’s day will be occupied by learning all aspects of CNC machinery.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:
• To use our AlphaCam program to convert a 2D drawing to a 3D drawing and adding the required tooling and toolpaths using multiple tools such as a straight flat cutter to apply the relevant profile cutter needed
• To do carving profiles for ionic capitals and architectural corbels using small router cutters, like a 45 degree tool, 16mm radius and a 3mm radius for finer detailing which can produce amazingly detailed finishes
• Setting cutter depths
• Running programs
• Safe use of hand tools and machinery within the workshop environment

Requirements:
• Keen and willing to learn
• Genuine interest in the industry
• Reliable & punctual
• Driving licence preferable, but not essential

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm, Friday 8am - 3:45pm, 30 minutes lunch break, 39.5 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Black Bull in Bolton are recruiting for an Apprentice Front of House Assistant. The successful candidate will work towards there Level 2 Catering and Hospitality which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
•Meeting and greeting customers
•Take drinks orders and food orders
•Table checks to ensure customer satisfaction
•Up-selling further products
•Dealing with customer queries
•Allergens
•High levels of cleaning
•Stock count
•Working the till, card payments and cash

Requirements:
•An outgoing personality with a positive attitude
•A good team player
•A strong work ethic
•Must be honest, reliable and trustworthy
•Well presented and well mannered

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, earliest start 8:30am, latest finish 10:00pm, 30 mins unpaid lunch, maximum 38 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Black Bull in Bolton are recruiting for an Apprentice Trainee Chef. The sucessful candiate will wokr towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality qualification which will taek approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
•Food preparation including fresh produce
•Stock rotation
•Product Research
•High levels of food hygiene
•Safe cooking practices
•Menu development
•Quality control

Requirements:
•An outgoing personality with a genuine interest in food
•A good team player
•A strong work ethic
•Must be honest, reliable and trustworthy

Grades:
No formal qualifications required.

Hours:
5 days out of 7 on a rota basis, earliest start 8:30am, latest finish 10:00pm, 30 mins unpaid lunch, maximum 38 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Garton Ltd in Wigan are recruiting for an Apprentice Sales Administrator. The successful candidate will work towards completing a level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship over the duration of 18 months.

Job Details:
Working alongside the Sales Manager, duties will include:
• Communicating with customers via calls and emails
• Prospecting for new business
• Preparing sales quotes and purchasing of stock
• Chasing up purchase orders and quotes
• Business Development by seeking out new opportunities
• Updating Social Media Accounts, promoting new products, taking pictures and sending out news updates
• Visiting external customers with the Sales Managers to promote products
• Inputting data onto company CRM system

Requirements:
The suitable candidate must have:
• A good telephone manner and offer excellent customer service
• Some experience working in a business environment is preferred but not essential
• Good communicator strong in sales negotiations
• Self motivated to find new business
• Enthusiastic

GCSE Requirements:
GCSE 9-3 in maths and English

Hours of work:
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, 30 minutes unpaid lunch, 37.5 hours per week

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The Stocks Tavern in Wigan are recruiting for an Apprentice Production Chef. The successful candidate will work towards their Level 2 Catering and Hospitality which will take approximately 16 months to complete.

Duties:
• Working as part of a team reporting to Head Chef
• Maintaining excellent standards of personal and food hygiene
• Preparing food to a high standard
• Cooking a wide range of foods from fresh, such as meat, poultry, fish and fresh vegetables
• Responsible for cleaning duties during shifts
• Using specialist kitchen equipment

Requirements:
• Must live locally or have a car
• Have a genuine interest in food
• Reliable

Grades:
There are no formal qualifications required.

Hours:
5 days out of 7 earlier start 10am latest finish 9pm/ 40 hours per week on a rota basis/ 30 mins unpaid lunch

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).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title: Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Location: Brinksway School, Stockport

Salary: £22,500 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday

Contract Permanent, Term Time Only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our close-knit team at Brinksway School located in Stockport.


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 Higher-Level 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.

You will face challenges and overcome them as you flourish and thrive, sharing your skills and learning from others as your career takes you as high as you always dreamed you could go.

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

You will have your appropriate Higher Level Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent and 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.

About us

Our new Options Autism School - Brinksway School in Stockport. The school will have capacity for 55 pupils and is due to open in September 2024.

Brinksway School will be a Primary and Secondary Special Educational Needs School for pupils with Autism.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupil, 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.​

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
And that’s not all, 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.

#Education #Pupilcare #OutdoorActivities #School #Tutor #learning #TeachingAssistant #HLTA

*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.

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