Teaching Assistant. Job in Walsall Education & Training Jobs

Witherslack Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on young people's lives, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. You'll work in a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. The organization prides itself on its commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils. If you have a passion for education and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays off

Opportunities for progression

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing support tools

Medical cover reimbursement

Modern, well-equipped workplaces

Referral bonus of £1,000

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to connect with children with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Dedication to supporting children's learning and self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of children with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Celebrate small victories in children's progress.

Skills

Teamwork

Can-do attitude

Passion for supporting children's learning

Enthusiasm to work with teachers and therapists

Education

Experience in a classroom

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 collectively make a significant difference.

Get out what you put in

You will work with children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your role is to support their learning, development, and self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, and the small victories you achieve will be a source of pride.

It can be a challenging journey, but the positive progress will be rewarding. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you'll receive support from colleagues, well-resourced environments, and guidance to help you build a rewarding career in education.

One of the best environments in SEND

Bescot Hall is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art school primarily catering to children with SEMH needs and moderate speech and learning needs associated with autism. It provides education for up to 72 children aged 8 to 16.

This exciting opportunity serves Walsall and surrounding communities, with a focus on delivering outstanding educational experiences tailored to individual pupils' progress and care.

What we do for you

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

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays off
• Progression: Many leaders within our group have been promoted from within
• Flexible benefits: Options to adjust benefits like life insurance
• Wellbeing: Support tools and employee assistance programs
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, etc.
• Facilities: Modern, well-equipped workplaces
• Referral bonus: £1,000 per successful referral
• Pension: Contributory pension scheme (matched up to 5%)

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse workforce reflects the backgrounds of our pupils. To connect effectively, you'll need:

• Can-do attitude and teamwork
• Experience in a classroom (training available if not)
• Passion for supporting children's learning
• Enthusiasm to work with teachers and therapists

Interested in joining us?

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our young people. This role requires an enhanced DBS check, which we will cover. We welcome applications from all community sections.

For more details, please see the full job description and person specification here. To view our policies, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of our website.