Teaching Assistant

The Witherslack Group; Halifax; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 21.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Training

School holidays

Career progression

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools

Medical cover

Beautiful facilities

Refer a friend £1,000

Contributory pension

Descripción de la vacante

Millcourt School in Shelf, Yorkshire, is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with autism and SEMH needs. You’ll help learners develop abilities, confidence and self-esteem in a well-resourced environment.

Collaborating with teachers and therapists, you’ll contribute to a nurturing, inclusive community and build a rewarding teaching career while enjoying strong support and development opportunities.

Responsabilidades

• Support learning and development of pupils with autism and SEMH needs.
• Assist teachers and therapists in delivering lessons and therapies.
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive classroom environment and celebrate small achievements.

Descripción del empleo

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 Millcourt School is an independent specialist day school based in Shelf, Yorkshire, providing high-quality education for pupils with social communication difficulties, including those with autism and its associated needs. Many pupils may also experience challenges with emotional regulation, sensory processing, anxiety and behaviours that arise from difficulties with communication, understanding and social interaction.

Housed within a beautifully refurbished historic mill building, the school offers a thriving, nurturing and engaging learning environment where every pupil is valued as an individual. Many of our pupils have experienced difficulties in previous educational settings and may have had disrupted educational journeys. At Millcourt, they become part of a community that understands their needs, celebrates their strengths and provides the specialist support necessary for them to flourish.

We are committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, achievement and success, ensuring that every pupil feels safe, respected and included. Through high expectations, positive relationships and personalised support, we help pupils develop the confidence, communication skills and independence needed to thrive in school and beyond. Our aim is to nurture respectful, resilient and responsible young people who are equipped to overcome challenges, build meaningful relationships and make a positive contribution to their communities.

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. 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%)

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 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.

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.