Job ID: S-U-5424 - Teaching Assistant

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of workJob Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: Bradford Beacon School, Rooley Lane, Bradford, BD5 8LJHours: 40 hours per week | Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8.00am–4.00pm, Tuesday 8.00am-4.30pm, Friday 8.00am–3.30pmSalary: £23,638 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: September 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship availableAbout the RoleAt Bradford Beacon, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, feel understood and experience success. We’re looking for a passionate and caring Teaching Assistant to join our team and help pupils with Autism and additional needs build confidence, independence and a love for learning.This is more than a job — it’s your chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive, inspiring environment.As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of school life — supporting pupils in the classroom and beyond, helping them engage, achieve and grow. From delivering tailored support to creating hands-on learning experiences, no two days are the same. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team who will support your development, giving you the tools and training to succeed and progress in your career.What You’ll Be DoingSupporting pupils with autism and additional needs in their learning and developmentAssisting with engaging classroom activities and personalised learning experiencesProviding emotional and practical support tailored to individual pupilsHelping pupils build confidence, independence and social skillsSupporting both indoor and outdoor learning activitiesBuilding positive relationships with pupils, families and colleaguesWorking collaboratively as part of a supportive and passionate teamHelping create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environmentWho we are looking forWe’re looking for someone who is:Caring, adaptable and enthusiasticPassionate about helping young people achieve their potentialConfident working in a variety of learning environments, both indoors and outdoorsA strong team player who values collaboration and mutual supportCalm, patient and responsive to individual pupil needsEager to learn, develop and grow within a rewarding education careerGCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C / grade 4 or aboveAbout UsBradford Beacon School, opened in September 2025, is a brand-new specialist independent school for children aged 4–11 with autism and associated complex needs. Set in a purpose-built, thoughtfully refurbished environment, the school provides a safe, nurturing, and inclusive setting where every child feels valued. Pupils follow a broad, enriched curriculum that develops communication, social, emotional, and life skills alongside academic achievement. With personalised teaching and therapeutic support from a dedicated staff and clinical team, every child’s individual needs are met. As the school grows to 42 pupils over the next two years, there is an exciting opportunity to help shape its inclusive, supportive culture. Bradford Beacon celebrates every step of progress, empowering pupils to reach their full potential and thrive.For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.We are really proud to say that