Teaching Assistant

Job description

At OFG Education we believe in creating a better work life balance
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2DZ
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm
Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata) + Travel allowance
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Empowering Young People. Transforming Futures.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with complex learning difficulties and disabilities? Do you thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, guide and empower? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community. In this role, you'll work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support the personal, social and academic development of our young people across a 24-hour curriculum.
What you will be doing
Building positive relationships and providing pastoral guidance to promote wellbeing and independence.
Encouraging positive behaviour and applying behaviour support strategies in line with school policies.
Assisting with out-of-school learning, trips, events and enrichment activities.
Helping monitor and record progress, contributing to assessment and supporting the completion of student paperwork.
Supporting young people with personal and medical care needs where required.
Contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment across the school day and wider curriculum.
Supporting teachers with learning activities, helping individuals and small groups to engage, progress and achieve.
What you will bring
Compassionate, patient and resilient.
Able to build positive, trusting relationships with young people.
A team player who communicates well with colleagues and families.
Willing to support all aspects of school life — from learning to personal care to enrichment activities.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
Driving licence is required ...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Carnforth

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