Teaching Assistant

The Witherslack Group; Alvescot; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and induction

School holidays

Progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Medical cover

Contributory pension

Referral bonus £1,000

Job summary

The Witherslack Group in Alvescot, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with SEND. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help learners develop, build confidence and achieve small victories every day in a nurturing environment.

You’ll receive full induction and on-the-job training, school holiday periods, opportunities for progression within the group, flexible benefits, wellbeing support, medical cover, a contributory pension, and a

Qualifications

• Professional attributes highlighted in the job ad: a proactive approach, classroom exposure preferred, passion for helping children, and teamwork with teachers and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and developmental activities for children and young people with SEND.
• Work alongside teachers and therapists to implement learning plans.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to student progress.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Classroom experience

Child development

Therapist collaboration

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Start Date: 2026-09-24T04:00:00

Location: Alvescot, Oxfordshire, GB, OX18 2

Application Deadline: 2026-10-25T04:33:47.3

Job Description

Up to £30,799 (including Regional Allowance of £1,500) + 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'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

Located in the rural community of Alvescot, Sandwell is 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

• 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 - check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover: Claim back the cost of things like opticians or dentist appointments and access a host of high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments: With the very best facilities - check out our schools here
• A 'recommend a friend' scheme: Offers a £1,000 bonus each 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 our teams can engage, encourage, and inspire our young people to be themselves. You'll be more than a Teaching Assistant because:

• Your 'can do' attitude — a team player who helps others
• Ideally, you'll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we provide all the relevant training
• Your genuine passion for supporting children and understanding the impact it has 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 each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need adjustments to support you during the recruitment process or in the workplace, we'll support you every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we better support the children, young people, and families we serve, ensuring every team member can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy, click here.

To view our Child Protection Policy, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning Centre. You can find all our Schools here.

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