Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.  

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.  

As a Teaching Assistant at Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy, you will play a vital role in our teaching and learning team, supporting autistic pupils to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. You will assist in the delivery of high-quality education while fostering a nurturing and supportive environment. 

In this role, you will support the class teachers in organising activities, resources and materials tailored to pupils. You will support pupils’ understanding of instructions and tasks.

You may be required to respond to pupils’ welfare needs including personal care and medical requirements where appropriate.

You will need an ability to build strong relationships with pupils and their families, acting as a positive role model.

About the Academy

Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy is a school for children and young people with autism and other specific learning difficulties. We are extremely fortunate to be based on purpose-built facilities designed to deliver a spacious, low-arousal learning environment with excellent autism-specific facilities and resources, allowing us to manage our young people’s needs effectively. At Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy, we celebrate the unique strengths and individuality of our pupils. By placing them at the heart of everything we do, we empower autistic children and young people to flourish through tailored support in social communication and sensory/emotional regulation. 

Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy is a fun and rewarding place to work and happiness and wellbeing is an absolute priority for both our young people and staff team. We are looking to appoint someone who is interested in developing their knowledge of Autism and is passionate about supporting autistic pupils to access education both within the school and in the local community.  

As a staff member, you will benefit from a highly collaborative, multi-professional environment, working alongside in-house therapists, parents, and external professionals. We are committed to providing extensive training, ensuring you are equipped to deliver the highest standard of support. 

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?   

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.   

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.  

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…  

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 
• Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

As a staff member at an Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT) academy, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional development, personal well-being, and work-life balance. While specific benefits may vary slightly between individual academies, the core offerings across the Trust include: 

• A collaborative space where people feel respected, empowered, and truly valued 

• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.  

• Flexible working arrangements 

• Automatic pay progression   

• Generous pension and life cover 

• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through our benefits platform 

• Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card  

• Cycle to work scheme  

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service. 

For further details please see the attached Job Description and if you have any questions regarding the role please contact Anita Bancerz, Head of School. 

To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. 

Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.  

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.  

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related expectations, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/governement/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974 

All the academy policies can be found here: Policies