Teaching Assistant. Job in Hemel Hempstead Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education provider in Hemel Hempstead seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and mental health needs. The right candidate will be resilient and passionate about fostering positive growth in students. This role offers a competitive salary up to £28,573 plus excellent benefits, training, and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Career progression opportunities

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support tools

Medical cover for appointments

High-street discounts

Beautiful working environment

£1,000 recommend-a-friend bonus

Matched contributory pension up to 5%

Qualifications

• Resilience and dedication to support young people effectively.
• Ability to connect with pupils from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to undergo relevant training if not classroom experienced.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and mental health needs.
• Help pupils learn, develop their abilities, and boost self-esteem.
• Celebrate and acknowledge small victories in students' progress.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Experience working in a classroom

Passion for supporting children

Collaborative with teachers and therapists

Job description

Please note that this role is due to commence in January 2026 Up to £28,573 + 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!

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

Opening in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is a purpose‑built, brand new, state‑of‑the‑art school for up to 115 pupils. The school provides education for pupils aged 5‑16 and caters to children with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Hemel Hempstead and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

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 optician’s 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’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you with 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.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

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.