How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

At Outcomes First Group, colleague wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be part of a trial of the 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) – meaning you could work one day less per week (or equivalent) and still receive full pay.

If the trial is successful, we plan to roll out 4DWW across the Group. There’s never been a more exciting time to join #TeamOFG!

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Kestrel House School, Crouch End, London N8 9EA
Salary: £23,500 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Please note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we’re looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join our dedicated team at Kestrel House School in Crouch End, London – part of Options Autism – where every day is an opportunity to make a real difference.

About the Role

You’ll support our teachers in delivering creative and tailored learning experiences to pupils with a range of complex needs, helping them achieve their full potential in a nurturing, inclusive setting. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start or grow their career in education, particularly within the SEN sector. You’ll be part of a school that prioritises quality, safety, and pupil voice — where children and young people are not only supported, but truly heard and respected.

What You'll Do

• Support individual pupils and small groups inside and outside the classroom
• Help prepare materials and maintain a positive learning environment
• Build positive relationships to encourage engagement and independence
• Contribute to lesson planning and classroom activities
• Support pupils’ physical, emotional, and educational needs
• Promote and uphold a strong safeguarding culture

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent) – essential
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with children
• Team player with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs
• Previous SEN or classroom experience – highly desirable
• Adaptable, resilient, and ready for a rewarding challenge

About Us

Kestrel House School is a specialist SEN school located in Crouch End, Haringey Borough. We support pupils aged 5–16 with autism and associated communication and learning challenges. Just a short walk from an Overground station and served by multiple bus routes, the school is well connected for commuters.

You’ll be joining a school where children are respected, heard, and supported in achieving meaningful outcomes. You’ll play a key role in assisting teachers and ensuring pupils’ wellbeing, comfort, and safety.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils 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?

We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

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
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

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

*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. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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