Teaching Assistant. Job in Wakefield Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to support children with diverse needs, including Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH. In this fulfilling role, you will help young people achieve their potential and celebrate their small victories. With a strong support network, excellent training, and a commitment to personal development, this position offers a rewarding career in a vibrant educational environment. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible benefits, wellbeing support, and opportunities for progression. Join a team that values diversity and makes a genuine difference in young lives.

Benefits

Full School Holidays

On-the-Job Training

Flexible Benefits

Wellbeing Tools

Medical Cover

Beautiful Working Environments

£1,000 Referral Bonus

Contributory Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom setting is ideal, but training is provided.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and making a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and SEMH needs.
• Help young people learn, develop abilities, and raise self-esteem.

Skills

Resilience

Team Player

Passion for Supporting Children

Classroom Experience

Enthusiasm

Education

Relevant Training in Education

Job description

Up to £26,674 + 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.

Life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group

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 help them learn, develop their abilities, and raise their self-esteem. You need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories 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 receive 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

The greatest achievements often don't come easy, but Hall Cliffe has earned a reputation as a school that can help turn young people's lives around. The school is housed in a stunning listed building with a tranquil courtyard used for recreational and therapeutic activities. The true centre of everything at Hall Cliffe School are the pupils, which is evident in the unwavering commitment and support that the staff team offer to each young person. The school supports young people with ADHD, ASD, Asperger's, or SEMH needs.

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: Most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits: You can increase or decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover: To claim back costs like opticians or dentist appointments, and access to high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments: With the best facilities - check out our schools here
• A 'recommend a friend' scheme: Offering a £1,000 bonus each time
• Contributory pension: Matched up to 5%

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds and have different needs, and our workforce reflects that diversity. You'll be more than a Teaching Assistant — you'll connect with our pupils because of:

• Your 'can do' attitude — a team player who helps others
• Experience working in a classroom is ideal, but if not, we provide all relevant training
• Genuine passion for supporting children and the positive impact it has on their lives
• Enthusiasm and expertise to support teachers and work closely with therapists

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best future, and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve a career with purpose, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

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.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here.

To view our ex-offenders policy, click here.

To view our Child Protection Policy, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning Centre. You can find all our Schools here.

Special Education, Careers in Care, Careers in Special Education, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD