Teaching & Learning Assistant

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education is seeking a Teaching & Learning Assistant in London. You will work with young people with special needs, helping to foster their development and well-being. Training will be provided for those without classroom experience, and excellent career progression opportunities are available.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Opportunities for career advancement

Flexible benefits

Employee assistance tools and advice

Medical cover reimbursements

Beautiful environments with excellent facilities

Referral bonus of £1,000

Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people, especially with special needs.
• No prior classroom experience required as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Emotional Health needs.
• Assist in their learning and boost self-esteem.

Skills

Resilience

Dedication

Communication

Job description

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Teaching & Learning Assistant, London (Mitcham)

Client: Witherslack Group

Location: London (Mitcham), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

Job Description:

Up to £28,429 + Excellent Benefits

Please note this salary is pro rata. The successful candidate will be expected to work 22 hours per week.

Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by making small but meaningful differences in our young people's lives. These "huge small victories" may seem minor but collectively create a significant impact.

Check out this video on what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!

Get out what you put in

You’ll work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll help them learn, develop, and boost their self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are key, but the rewards are worth it.

We provide support, a well-resourced environment, and a supportive team to help you succeed and build a rewarding career in education.

One of the best environments in SEND

Lavender Lodge School, located in an 18th-century building in Mitcham, serves pupils from various boroughs, fostering a love of learning and achievement.

What we do for you

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays
• Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within our group
• Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits like life insurance
• Wellbeing: Tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and discounts
• Facilities: Beautiful environments with excellent facilities
• Referral bonus: £1,000 for each successful referral
• Pension: Contributory (matched up to 5%)

Bring your whole-self to work

Our diverse community requires a team that can connect with pupils through attitude, experience, passion, and enthusiasm. No classroom experience? We provide training.

Interested in joining us?

We are committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities. This role requires an enhanced DBS check (covered by us) and online search. For more details, see our policies and full job description.