At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people with special educational needs in a positive learning environment.
- Company: Witherslack Group, a leading provider of education and care for children with SEND.
- Benefits: Full training, school holidays, career progression, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace that values diversity and supports your growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and celebrate their small victories.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just a passion for helping children learn.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
No previous experience is necessary for this role, as full training and ongoing support will be provided. We are looking for someone with the right personality, values, and attitude to work positively with our young people, to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant – you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:
- Your can do attitude
- A team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
- Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you all the 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
Interested in joining us? Our teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There are lots of ups and downs, and for some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories, and while they may seem small on the surface, 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, but those huge small victories you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it.
As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well‑resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.
Location: One of the best environments in SEND: located in the rural community of Alvescot, Sandwell, a tranquil setting that offers young people an environment to live, learn and grow. This beautiful site brings together education, care and therapeutic support for our small cohort of young people, providing the perfect backdrop to release their full potential. We support young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s and SEMH and have recently been rated Good by Ofsted.
What We Do for You: Inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and truly belongs. 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.
For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to 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 hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
- Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
- Flexible benefits: You can increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance
- Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
- Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an optician or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts
- Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
- A recommend‑a‑friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time you refer a new colleague
- Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)
Bring your whole‑self to work. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people.
SEMH Teaching Assistant in Carterton employer: The Witherslack Group
Witherslack Group is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for its staff and the young people they serve. Located in the tranquil rural community of Alvescot, Sandwell, employees benefit from comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and ample opportunities for career progression within a well-resourced setting. The company values diversity and individuality, ensuring that every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs.
