Part-Time Teaching Assistant

WG060 Witherslack Group Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full induction and on-the-job training

Holiday entitlement

Progression opportunities within WG

Flexible benefits

Contributory pension (matched up to 5%

Job summary

Hall Cliffe Primary School in Wakefield, part of Witherslack Group, is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant to support children with a range of special educational needs. You will help pupils learn, build confidence and develop social and academic skills in a warm, nurturing environment.

The role involves working with young people who may have Autism, SEMH needs, and communication differences. A resilient, patient approach and commitment to safeguarding are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a classroom setting is preferred.
• Ability to support learners with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, SEMH needs, and related communication difficulties.
• Willingness to participate in full induction and on‑the‑job training.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development for children and young people with complex needs.
• Help create nurturing learning environments and build trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work under the guidance of teachers and therapists to promote progress and wellbeing.

Job description

Up to £28,437 + excellent benefits Please note: The Set days for this role are - Thursday 8.30 - 16.30 & Friday 8.30 - 16.00

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’s 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. Check out this video on what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like! Get out what you put in

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 that 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.

One of the best environments in SEND Hall Cliffe Primary School is an independent specialist day school in Wakefield, providing high-quality education for children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. Working at Hall Cliffe Primary, you will support children who have experienced trauma, adversity and barriers to learning. Many have Autism, SEMH needs, communication differences and high levels of anxiety. As a trauma-informed practitioner, you will help them feel safe, build trusting relationships and achieve success through creative, adaptive teaching and support.

We are looking for resilient, compassionate professionals who can create nurturing environments where children feel valued and ready to learn. The role is challenging but incredibly rewarding, offering the opportunity to make a genuine difference and celebrate the life-changing progress our children achieve every day.

What we do for you

We know you’re 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.

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: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance 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’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 will 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’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.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people.

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.

Mission:

We are the leading provider of specialist education and care for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (autistic spectrum conditions; speech, language and communication needs), ADHD and complex learning needs.

We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, just 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. We live and learn with children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication difficulties (such as Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, or speech, language and communication needs), ADHD or complex learning needs. We have the most joined-up model in SEN, the best environments and we are proud of what we do.