Teaching Assistant

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you will support children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem, and will thrive on the small victories that make a big difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers during classroom lessons.
• Assist students with daily tasks and learning activities.
• Provide one‑to‑one support to students with special educational needs.
• Work collaboratively with therapists and support staff.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience and communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Positive, ‘can‑do’ attitude and willingness to help others.
• Experience working in a school environment preferred; training will be provided if needed.
• Passion for supporting children’s learning and well‑being.
• Resilience, dedication and a growth mindset.

Working Environment

You will be part of a well‑resourced SEND school with a strong ethos of high expectations, an Outstanding Ofsted rating and a collaborative whole‑school approach that nurtures confidence, resilience and skills.

Benefits

• Full induction and on‑the‑job training.
• Full school holidays.
• Opportunities for career progression within the group.
• Flexible benefits such as adjustable life‑insurance cover.
• Well‑being tools, employee assistance and medical cover.
• Access to high‑street discounts and a contributory pension matched up to 5%.
• Recommendation bonus of £1,000 for each referred colleague.
• Inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages authenticity.

Equality & Safeguarding

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and we celebrate neurodiversity. This position requires an enhanced DBS check, which we will cover, and an online search.

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