Teaching Assistant

The Witherslack Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in England seeks a compassionate Teaching Assistant dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with diverse needs. This role emphasizes a can-do attitude, collaboration with teachers and therapists, and the ability to foster resilience and self-esteem in students. With comprehensive training and career progression opportunities, it's a fulfilling position in a supportive environment that values inclusion and wellbeing.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Career development opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools and advice

Medical cover

Beautiful working environments

Referral bonus

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• Team player willing to assist others.
• Willingness to learn and train for classroom work.
• Ability to work with children having diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and therapists in the classroom.
• Assist children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and emotional needs.
• Promote development and self-esteem in students.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Experience working in a classroom

Passion for supporting children

Enthusiasm to support teachers

Resilience

Job description

About the role

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 are 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, while they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

• 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 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.
• Working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Resilience and dedication to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem.

As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed – colleagues, well‑resourced environments, and support to build a rewarding teaching career.

Our commitment to inclusion

We celebrate diverse perspectives and 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.

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.

Benefits

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training.
• Holiday: Full school holidays.
• Progression: Career development opportunities with most leaders promoted from within our group.
• Flexible benefits: options for life insurance and other benefits.
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance.
• Medical cover: reimbursement for optician, dentist appointments and high‑street discounts.
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities.
• Recommend a friend scheme: £1,000 bonus for each referral.
• Contributory pension: matched up to 5%.

Bring your whole‑self to work.