Teaching Assistant

Hall Cliffe School; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall Cliffe School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children with ASD and SEMH needs. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including training and career progression opportunities. Join a team that values authenticity and makes a real difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Paid school holidays

Career progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support

Medical cover for opticians and dentists

Access to excellent facilities

£1,000 bonus for referrals

Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom (training can be provided if not).
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and therapists.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Help develop students' abilities and boost their self-esteem.

Skills

Team-oriented attitude

Genuine passion for supporting children's learning

Enthusiasm

Job description

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. We celebrate these small wins, which we call 'huge small victories'. While they may seem minor, they contribute significantly to our students' progress.

Get out what you put in

You will work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your role is to support their learning, help develop their abilities, and boost their self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, and the achievements you make will be a source of pride.

Although the journey can be challenging, the positive progress will make it worthwhile. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you will receive full support, work alongside highly skilled colleagues, and be in well-resourced environments, helping you build a rewarding career in education.

One of the best environments in SEND

Hall Cliffe has a reputation for transforming young lives. The school is housed in a beautiful listed building with a tranquil courtyard used for recreational and therapeutic activities. The core focus is on the pupils, supported by a dedicated staff team. The school caters to young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s, or SEMH needs.

What we do for you

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in the education sector. You will have opportunities to bring learning to life and make a real difference. Benefits include:

• Full induction and on-the-job training
• Paid school holidays
• Career progression opportunities within our group
• Flexible benefits, such as options to adjust life insurance and other perks
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programs
• Medical cover for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Access to excellent facilities at our schools
• A 'recommend a friend' scheme offering a £1,000 bonus per referral
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse workforce reflects the backgrounds of our students, enabling us to engage and inspire them. To succeed, you should have:

• A proactive, team-oriented attitude
• Experience in a classroom (training can be provided if not)
• Genuine passion for supporting children's learning
• Enthusiasm and the ability to collaborate with teachers and therapists

Interested in joining us?

We believe our young people deserve the best future, and our teams deserve a fulfilling career. Join us in an environment that values authenticity and purpose.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all communities.

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For our Child Protection Policy, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of our website. All our Schools can be found here.