At the National Autistic Society we have developed our education offer into a diverse network of independent schools and programmes which are relied upon by hundreds of people across the UK. We provide a wide range of services to support autistic children and young people. We improve and enhance education care and experiences to help autistic children and young people fulfil their potential.

As a Teaching Assistant at the Robert Ogden School you will be working at one of the National Autistic Societys independent schools - one of the largest of its type in the North of England for autistic children and young people. Rated as good with outstanding features by Ofsted you will be playing a key role in the development of our pupils. Working individually as part of a group or in class supporting the teacher you will be helping our pupils learn and develop academically and socially. Our pupils can be complex and challenging but your shared belief of the National Autistic Societys vision of providing the best education and support in a safe and secure environment will enable our pupils to achieve what otherwise would not have been possible.

You have achieved what many others could not. I am so grateful for Robert Ogden no wonder so many parents are fighting for a place it truly is a magnificent school with magnificent staff. (Sarah parent of a pupil).

Who we are looking for:

Ideally you be a Teaching Assistant with experience of working with Autistic pupils or those with a diagnosis such as ADHD or OCD.

More importantly we need you to be resilient supportive and sensitive towards the needs of autistic people. Being a teaching assistant takes bravery patience and commitment but working with autistic children and young adults gives so much more in return.

You may have a personal connection a desire to work with or real-life experiences working with autistic people. You might not have lots of experience yet but if you share our values and are willing to make a difference to the lives of autistic children and young adults wed love to hear from you.

You must be prepared to use initiative and work in a non-directive and non-confrontational way.

You must have good written and verbal communication skills.

Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: view the job description please click here

What we can offer you:

• Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
• Excellent induction training and development programme including training about autism. All staff have a comprehensive induction programme and ongoing training in meeting the needs of pupils. Ofsted

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays(pro rata for term time only staff)

• Excellent induction training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences

• Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda Tesco Sainsburys Halfords Nike Apple and loads more!

• Healthcare Cash Plan

• Life Assurance at 2 x base salary

• A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health dental insurance car salary sacrifice scheme activity pass holiday trading enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply)

• Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme

• Free access to the Headspace App a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family members for free!
• Eligibility for a Blue Light Card

Where you will be working:

Robert Ogden School Thurnscoe

Hours of work:

37 per week (Monday to Friday) term time only plus 5 INSET days.

About our application process:

When providing a supporting statement please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.

For more information about this job please contact Olivia Stainrod at

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For some roles successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks.

Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism.

The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks.

We are an equal opportunities employer. INDEDU

Please clickhereto view the safeguarding policy and please click here to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders.