At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy We are excited to announce the opening of a brand-new Options Autism schools in County Durham, designed to provide exceptional education and support for pupils with a variety of needs, including Autism. Trimdon Hill School, located in Durham, will cater to 40 pupils aged 4 to 11 years and is set to open in June 2025. We are currently recruiting a dedicated SEN Teacher to join the team and help shape the future of this school, with a start date in September 2025. Job Role: Teaching Assistant Salary: £20,906.25 per annum Location: Durham, North East, TS29 6EY Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only Start Date: September 2025 UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the role To be responsible for the planning and preparation of high-quality food and catering service to the school. To manage and supervise all kitchen staff. Key Task Areas and Responsibilities To plan menus for the school with reference to the dietary needs of our young people To undertake the monitoring of stocks by date rotation, portion control and quality and in accordance with the budgetary controls set To set up and clean down the kitchen areas before and after day to day use To ensure that necessary preparation is undertaken for the day/weekly demand/needs of the School To be observant of the need to minimise waste To provide suitable food to staff/pupils with special dietary requirements If you want a phone call with the headteacher for further information please email Ellie.Sharplesofgl.co.uk Why join Options Autism? For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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. 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. And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults 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 the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. 1