Teaching Assistant

Overview

Our teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. We celebrate the little things, and we recognise that for some students, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories, and they add up to make a big difference.

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, and you will celebrate the huge small victories that you achieve.

Working as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group means you’ll receive support to help you succeed. Your colleagues will be highly skilled, the school environments will be well-resourced, and we’ll be with you every step of the way to help you build a rewarding teaching career.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with a competitive salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people, plus you’ll get:

• Training: A full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday:
  You’ll work with WG, so you’ll be rewarded with school holidays
• Progression:
  Many head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits:
  You can adjust benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: a range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: claim back costs such as opticians or dentist appointments and access to high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• A recommend-a-friend scheme with a £1,000 bonus
• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and have different needs. Our workforce reflects that diversity so our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• Your “can do” attitude – a team player who helps others
• Experience in a classroom preferred, but we can provide relevant training
• Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives
• Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference—especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD