Teaching Assistant

Job description

At OFG Education we allow for greater work life balance and extra time to do the things you love outside work
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ET
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm
Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Higford School, no two days are the same, and every small step forward is worth celebrating.
We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our specialist education team, supporting students with Autism and additional needs. This is more than just a classroom support role. It's an opportunity to help young people develop confidence, independence, communication skills, and achieve outcomes that can genuinely change their future.
Whether you're already working in education, care, support work, youth work, or childcare, if you're passionate about helping young people reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and therapists to provide personalised support that helps students engage with learning, build confidence and develop important life skills.
You'll play a vital role in creating a positive, nurturing environment where students feel safe, supported and able to thrive
What you'll do:
Supporting students with Autism and additional needs in lessons and throughout the school day
Encouraging engagement, confidence and independence
Helping deliver tailored learning activities and interventions
Providing emotional support and positive behaviour guidance
Building strong, trusting relationships with students
Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom
Working collaboratively with teachers, families and other professionals
Who we're looking for:
Caring, patient and resilient
Passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
A positive role model who can build strong relationships

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Shifnal

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

25-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English