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Job Title:  Learning Support Assistant
Location:  Parkside House School, Ashington NE63 8AP & Backworth NE27 0AB
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 08:30-16:00
Salary:      £39,000 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:         December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We're looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher to join our team and help transform the lives of young people through creative, hands-on learning. This is more than teaching Design & Technology it's about giving students the confidence, resilience and life skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an ambitious professional looking for your next challenge, you'll become part of a supportive team that values innovation, collaboration and high-quality teaching.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging, creative and inclusive lessons that inspire every learner to achieve their full potential.
• Plan, teach and assess a broad and exciting Design & Technology curriculum, adapting learning to meet individual needs, including those with SEND.
• Create a safe, stimulating and well-resourced learning environment where curiosity and practical problem-solving thrive.
• Use assessment effectively to monitor progress, celebrate achievement and provide targeted support for students who need it most.
• Develop students' literacy, numeracy, digital and employability skills through meaningful Design & Technology projects.
• Promote independence, resilience, teamwork and confidence through practical learning experiences.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues and external agencies to support outstanding outcomes.
• Contribute to wider school life, curriculum development and continuous school improvement.

About You

• Degree in Design & Technology/ Qualification in Woodwork
• QTS certificate or equivalent
• Delivers consistently high-quality teaching and has high expectations for every student.
• Can engage and motivate learners with diverse needs and abilities.
• Understands the importance of inclusive education and effective differentiation.
• Is a reflective practitioner who is committed to continual professional development.
• Driving licence required 

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Welcome to Parkside House School, an SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Independent Special School with sites in Backworth and Ashington. We provide specialist teaching, small class sizes, bespoke timetables, and a nurturing, friendly environment for students aged KS2 Year 6–KS5. Our school supports students with SEMH needs and associated learning difficulties, including autism, ADHD, attachment disorders, and oppositional defiance disorder. students thrive academically, socially, and personally, guided by a passionate, experienced team dedicated to unlocking their potential.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

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

OFG Education 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, OFG Education 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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