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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first. Teaching Assistant / Autism Practitioner – Baston House School Bromley, BR2 7AB | Salary: £24,675 (not pro rata) | Term Time Only | Permanent 37.5 hours per week | 4-Day Working Week coming soon! UK applicants only – sponsorship not available Make a difference close to home Would you love a role where every day feels meaningful — and your work truly changes lives? At Baston House School in Bromley, we’re looking for a kind, committed Teaching Assistant / Autism Practitioner to join our warm, supportive team. You’ll help pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs to learn, grow, and achieve their full potential — in a school that values compassion, creativity, and teamwork. Whether you already have experience in education or are looking to start a rewarding new career, we’ll provide full training and ongoing support. Why you’ll love working with us • £24,675 per year (not pro rata), • Term-time only — enjoy school holidays off, • 4-Day Working Week — get paid for five days but work four!*, • Supportive, inclusive team environment, • Great training and development opportunities, • Pension, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits What you’ll be doing • Supporting pupils aged 5–19 with Autism in small class groups, • Encouraging independence, confidence, and communication, • Helping teachers prepare lessons and learning activities, • Providing emotional and practical support throughout the day, • You don’t need to be an expert — just bring enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine desire to help others, • Previous experience supporting children or young people with Autism or other Special Educational Needs (SEN) is highly desirable, but not essential — full training will be provided, • Adaptable, empathetic, and keen to work as part of a team, • Committed to helping pupils build confidence, independence, and self-belief Baston House School, part of Options Autism and Outcomes First Group, provides specialist education for pupils aged 5–19 with Autism and complex needs. We ensure every child thrives academically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive, inclusive environment. 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. 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. Earn £1,000 if you refer a friend who joins us! (T&Cs apply)! 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. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. #1

Job Title: Permanent SEN Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Croydon Employer: Protocol Education Description: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate permanent SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a school setting. The ideal candidate will assist teachers in delivering lessons, support individual students, and help create an inclusive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Support classroom activities and learning for children with additional needs. Assist with personal care, as required. Help implement individual education plans (IEPs). Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers. Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment. Benefits: Supportive leadership and team culture Ongoing professional development and training Competitive PAYE pay (no umbrella fees) Long-term placements for career growth Make a meaningful difference in children s lives Requirements: Previous experience working with children, preferably in SEN. Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills. Relevant qualifications or willingness to complete required training. DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one). How to Apply: Please send your CV All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

Job Title: SEND Classroom Support Location: Croydon Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM - Immediate Start About Us: We are working with an inclusive school located in the Croydon area, committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for all their students. We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team. Job Description: As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting children with autism, ADHD, and physical disabilities. Your primary responsibilities will include: Assisting in the educational and social development of students. Providing one-on-one support to children with special educational needs. Collaborating with teachers and other staff members to create a positive learning environment. Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapting teaching materials to meet the needs of each student. Supporting students in developing social skills and managing their behavior. Helping with personal care tasks as needed. Key Attributes: Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues. A genuine passion for supporting children with autism and physical disabilities. Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude. Excellent communication skills. Experience: Previous experience working with children with autism is essential. This can include personal experience. Experience in a school or nursery setting is preferred. Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification desired. Nursery Nurse qualification is also preferred. How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education , this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

About the job We’re looking for an Assistant Manager to join our retail team based at our store in Battersea Power Station. Reporting directly to the Head of Retail you’ll play an essential role in the management of the store, both operationally and from a people perspective. Being a natural leader, you’ll both champion and inspire others in being the ultimate brand ambassador. The ideal candidate will have a passion for product whilst being proactive in keeping up to date with style trends. Assisting with the management of the world’s first physical touch point store you’ll be responsible for ensuring an exceptional experience is delivered to all clients including after care. Our first, flagship store will be measure of the brand from the consumer, joining us will be the chance to play a part in building Manière De Voir’s industry reputation through executing a world class retail store. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership • Leading from the front, you’ll be a role model for behaviour, standards, and dress code. Managing the teams’ daily duties, performance, and growth., • Managing the coffee shop team, you’ll work with the in-house barista to oversee supplies whilst ensuring the team deliver a fluent and special experience., • Responsible for training and development, you’ll create and deliver inspiring training to enhance knowledge of competitors, campaigns, trends, services, etc, • Create a balance between driving sales and delivering authentic service., • Using available data to better understand live performance and opportunities whilst achieving individual and team sales targets / KPIs., • Taking responsibility of your own development and knowledge on each piece of the collection looking at fit, fabric, function, trims, & trend., • Present new ideas with the objective to motivate others and drive new business, • Managing supplies and payroll with P&L in mind to optimise efficiencies., • Deliver a client experience which is engaging, emotional and in line with hospitality guidelines and interaction techniques. In turn, offering “best in class” service both in-store or at a distance., • Ensuring “right product, right place, right time” through effective stock file management resulting in maximum sales and minimum stock loss., • Ensure store standards are maintained whilst adhering to visual merchandising guidelines promoting the best brand image., • Working closely with the allocators to manage inflow needs. Analysing trends by size, colour, and silhouette to make informed decisions., • Collecting meaningful information throughout the client’s journey and inputting into the CRM system., • 3 years’+ experience in retail management within a similar setting., • Natural leadership skills, with proven experience of managing high performing, inspired teams., • Challenging established thinking and championing new ideas to stakeholders in the business., • Style conscious fashion enthusiast with exceptional knowledge of the industry, • Proven track record in delivering a world class client experience, • Strong work ethic and personal drive (Entrepreneurial mindset), • Highly self-motivated with the ability to work well under pressure, • Quality focused with an exceptional eye for detail.