Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and other needs. This rewarding role focuses on fostering self-esteem and development, making a significant impact on young lives. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including full school holidays and a supportive work environment, this position offers a fulfilling career path in education. Join a diverse team that celebrates small victories and promotes personal growth, ensuring every child reaches their potential.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance programs

Medical cover reimbursements

Modern working environments

Referral bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and teamwork are essential.
• Experience in a classroom is preferred but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development for children with special needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists.

Skills

Team-oriented attitude

Experience in a classroom

Passion for supporting children's learning

Enthusiasm and collaboration

Education

Relevant training in education

Job description

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Up to £26,674 + excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories

Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, celebrating these 'huge small victories'. While these may seem small, they cumulatively make a significant difference.

Get out what you put in

You will work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Your role is to support their learning, development, and self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, and the achievements you'll make will be truly rewarding.

It can be challenging, but the positive progress will outweigh the difficulties. At Witherslack Group, you'll receive support from experienced colleagues, well-resourced environments, and guidance to build a rewarding career in teaching.

One of the best environments in SEND

Join Abbeywood School, established in 2019 in a newly refurbished building designed to meet our pupils' needs. With a dedicated staff team, Abbeywood has grown and was rated as Good by Ofsted. We offer educational options for young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s, and SEMH, including vocational courses.

What we do for you

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Many leaders have been promoted from within
• Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits like life insurance
• Wellbeing: Support tools and employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, etc., plus discounts
• Facilities: Modern, well-equipped working environments
• Referral bonus: £1,000 for each successful referral
• Pension: Contributory scheme matched up to 5%

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse workforce reflects the backgrounds of our pupils. To connect effectively, you should have:

• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Experience in a classroom (training provided if not)
• A passion for supporting children's learning
• Enthusiasm and collaboration with teachers and therapists

Interested in joining us?

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare. The role requires an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, see the full job description, ex-offenders policy, and Child Protection Policy via the provided links.