About us
The Remarkable Group has been established for over 50 years, providing the highest quality services for autistic young people. Wargrave House School (ages 5 – 16) & Ascent College (ages 16 – 25) operate a non-maintained special school and independent specialist college with an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding education and care to young people with Autism. We are the first national provider to receive Beacon status from the National Autistic Society.
Wargrave House School
An autism and co-existing diagnosis
learning environment
for ages 5 - 16.
Ascent College
An autism specific centre
for educational needs
and training for ages 16 - 25.
Sundial Therapy
Integrated therapies for autistic children
& young people.
Our vision, mission & values
Our vision: a world where autistic people live happy and fulfilled lives.
Our mission: We support and educate autistic people throughout their lives and redefine what's possible by providing innovative and transformative services.
Our values: we are creative, aspirational, resilient and respectful.
We are Creative
We redefine what’s possible every day, pushing boundaries and always striving to do things differently and better.
We are Aspirational
We respond with compassion, energy and adaptability, always learning and always focused on creating a legacy of lasting happiness.
We are Resilient
We keep our promises and aren’t afraid to stand up and be counted honestly, openly, and always with pride.
We are Respectful
We know how important it is to get things right and recognise the views of others. Consistency, kindness and integrity are at the heart of everything we do.
Perks and benefits
Environment
Our spaces are comfortable, light and thoughtfully designed. All sites offer a communal kitchen and staff room, alongside having good access to transport links.
Equipment
Start day one with all the equipment you need to do your best work. As your role evolves, we’ll provide you with the tools to keep pace.
Rewards
On offer is a financial package which includes: a competitive salary, company sick pay, an attractive pension scheme, free or subsidised lunches, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, refer a friend bonus and a golden hello for new staff. T&C's apply.
Training
We offer our colleagues in-house training to support continuous professional development together with a clear path for future career progression. Our training package includes role specific training such as autism specific, positive behaviour support, ELKAN and essential managers.
Wellbeing
We offer our colleagues numerous wellbeing initiatives including accessible onsite Mental Health First Aiders and Menopause Leads, access to our Employee Assistance Programme, onsite Yoga & Pilates classes, walking/running clubs and more opportunities to practice mindfulness.
Come as you are
If you are ready to be part of a team that values you for who you are and supports your journey, we invite you to explore our current job openings and apply. Come as you are, and help us create a world where autistic people live happy and fulfilled lives.
Fair Employment Charter Status
We’re proud to share that we have achieved Aspiring status in the Fair Employment Charter! This marks a significant step in our commitment to creating a fair, supportive, and equitable workplace.
Disability Confident Committed employer (Level 1)
At Remarkable Autism, we are proud to be a Level 1 Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We are actively striving to achieve Level 2 certification, reinforcing our dedication to supporting, recruiting, and retaining people with disabilities.
Careers at Remarkable
Plan your education career with us.
Need experience? No problem! Our Teaching Support Assistant careers start as apprenticeships to allow you to gain the experience required and the qualifications needed to start your journey with us at Remarkable!
FAQs
Welcome to our FAQ section! Here, you'll find answers to common questions, including who to report to on your first day etc. If you have any questions, please reach out to our People & Culture Team...
You can view our current job openings on our Website and Careers page Remarkable Autism - Home - Remarkable (remarkable-autism.org)
We update our listings regularly, so be sure to check often.
Yes, you are welcome to apply for multiple positions that match your skills and interests. Each application will be considered independently.
If you have any questions about your application, please contact our Recruitment team via email recruitment@remarkable-autism.org. They will be happy to assist you.
Our hiring process typically involves an initial application review, a competency based interview, a tour and depending on the role there could be a task, observations and/or presentation. All detail will be shared in advance of the interview.
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email. Our recruitment team will review your application and, if you meet the personal specification , you may be contacted for an interview.
Yes, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer various training programs, mentorship, and internal promotion opportunities to help you advance in your career.
The qualifications required to work at Remarkable Autism vary depending on the specific role you are applying for. Each position has its own set of criteria, which are detailed in the personal specification provided in the recruitment pack. We recommend reviewing the recruitment pack for the role you’re interested in to ensure you meet the necessary qualifications and requirements.
We regularly recruit for Teaching Support Assistants and Student Learning Mentors throughout the academic year due to our setting growing. Visit our careers page for the latest vacancies.
Our team will review your application. If shortlisted, we will invite you for an interview, which may include a task or assessment.
Due to the high volume of applications, we can only provide feedback to candidates who reach the interview stage.
We require an Enhanced DBS check, references (Covering the last 5 years), verification of qualifications and right-to-work documents. You will also undertake a fitness to work consultation form our OH provider Health Assured.