School Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Support Assistant to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs. This rewarding role involves working closely with young people to enhance their learning and self-esteem, providing a supportive environment where they can thrive. Comprehensive training and career development opportunities are offered, ensuring you are well-equipped to succeed. With excellent benefits and a focus on wellbeing, this position is perfect for those passionate about education and making a difference.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays off

Opportunities for promotion

Flexible benefits

Access to wellbeing tools

Medical Cover

High-street discounts

Beautiful working environments

Referral scheme

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and teamwork spirit required.
• Passion for supporting children's learning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and emotional needs.
• Help boost self-esteem and learning development.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive Attitude

Passion for Supporting Learning

Education

Experience in a Classroom

Job description

School Support Assistant

Salary: Up to £26,674 + Excellent Benefits

Please note, this salary is not pro rata'd and school holidays will be paid in full.

Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by making small but meaningful positive changes in young people's lives, celebrating these 'huge small victories'.

Role Overview: You will work with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, helping them learn, develop, and boost their self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewards of your efforts will be significant.

As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you will receive comprehensive support, work in well-resourced environments, and have opportunities for career development.

About Oversands School: An independent specialist day school in Witherslack, Cumbria, catering to pupils with complex learning needs and challenging behaviors, with dedicated lower and upper school sections, and vocational and post-16 provisions.

What We Offer:

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holidays: Full school holidays off
• Progression: Opportunities for promotion within the group
• Flexible benefits: Options to tailor benefits like life insurance
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance
• Medical Cover: Reimbursements for optical, dental, etc.
• High-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with top facilities
• Referral scheme: Earn £1,000 bonus per successful referral
• Contributory pension: Up to 5% matching

Our Values: We celebrate diversity and encourage our staff to bring their whole selves to work, fostering an inclusive environment where every young person can thrive.

Ideal Candidate: A positive attitude, teamwork spirit, passion for supporting children’s learning, and enthusiasm to support teachers and therapists. Experience in a classroom is preferred but not mandatory, as training will be provided.

Join Us: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. This role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by us) and adherence to our policies. We welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, including the full job description and person specification, please click the links provided. Our policies on ex-offenders and child protection are also available online.