At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special educational needs and celebrate their small victories.
- Company: Witherslack Group, a leading provider in special education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full school holidays, medical cover, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your teaching career.
- Qualifications: Passion for supporting children and teamwork skills; training provided.
Up to £28,363 + Excellent Benefits
Those Huge Small Victories
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 to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.
Get out what you put in.
You will be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will 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 that you achieve will be something you are 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 will 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 will be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.
One of the best environments in SEND
The Grange's integrated therapeutic approach and its outstanding impact on the lives of young people have been the blueprint for many of our other integrated settings that have followed in its footsteps. The Grange is a tranquil setting that offers young people an environment to live, learn and grow. We support young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger's and SEMH and have recently been rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
The staff team boast a level of experience and expertise that position the Grange as one of only a few settings that can successfully support some of the most vulnerable and acute SEN young people in the country. The Grange is now widely recognised as one of the best SEN provisions in the country.
What we do for you
We know you are going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you will get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you will get:
- Training: A full induction and on the job training
- Holiday: You will work hard at WG, so you will 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: meaning you can increase/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 opticians 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
- 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 to be themselves. You will be more than a Teaching Assistant, you will 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 will have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you with 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?
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We are 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 will be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we are 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.
Teaching and Learning Assistant in North East employer: The Witherslack Group
The Witherslack Group is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Located in a vibrant community, we offer comprehensive training, flexible perks, and generous holiday rewards, ensuring our staff feel valued and empowered to grow both personally and professionally.
