Secondary School Teaching Assistant

The Witherslack Group; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Career progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools

Medical cover

Excellent school facilities

Refer-a-friend £1000 bonus

Contributory pension (matched up to 5%

Job summary

The Witherslack Group is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with children and young people with SEND at Ashbrooke School in the North East. You will support learning, development and self-esteem, closely collaborating with teachers and therapists to create a nurturing educational setting.

Ideal applicants have classroom experience or are eager to train, showing resilience and a genuine passion for making a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a classroom is ideal.
• A genuine passion for helping children learn and grow.
• Enthusiasm to support teachers and work with therapists.
• Ability to work with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher and therapy teams in the classroom.
• Help children learn, develop abilities and raise self-esteem.
• Be resilient and dedicated in challenging situations.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive school environment.

Skills

Team player

Can-do attitude

Classroom experience

Patient and resilient

Willing to be trained

Job description

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

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

You'll be joining Ashbrooke School, one of the leading SEN settings in the North East. A purpose-built school with specialist classrooms, extensive grounds and sporting facilities, plus a purpose-built primary provision - Ashbrooke supports young people with ADHD, ASD, SEMH and SLCN., 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.

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. 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: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here
• 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 - check out our schools here
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%), To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here.

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children /

SEMH / SEN / ASD