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This salary is not pro rata'd and School Holidays will be paid in full.
We would be willing to support further training such as QTS once probation period is completed for the right candidate.
Those Huge Small Victories
Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by making even the smallest positive changes in our young people. We celebrate these little wins, which we call "huge small victories." While they may seem minor, they contribute significantly to the young people's development.
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. Your role is to help them learn, develop their abilities, and boost their self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, and the rewards of your efforts will be meaningful and fulfilling.
It can be challenging, but the positive progress will make it worthwhile. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll receive full support, work alongside skilled colleagues, and be in well-resourced environments, helping you build a rewarding career in teaching.
One of the best environments in SEND
Pontville School is an independent specialist day & residential school providing high-quality education. Based in Ormskirk, the school has a record of outstanding and good Ofsted results and is recognized as a leading institution for speech, language, and social communication in the UK.
What we do for you
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in the education sector, including:
* Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
* Holiday: Full school holidays
* Progression: Opportunities for career advancement within the group
* Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits like life insurance
* Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance
* Medical cover: Reimbursements for opticians, dentists, and more
* Discounts: High-street discounts
* Facilities: Modern, well-equipped working environments
Additionally, we offer a £2,000 bonus for each friend you recommend who joins us and a contributory pension plan (matched up to 5%).
Bring your whole-self to work
Our diverse workforce reflects the backgrounds of our young people. To connect effectively, you'll need:
* Your 'can do' attitude and team spirit
* Experience in a classroom (training provided if not)
* Genuine passion for supporting children’s learning
* Enthusiasm and collaboration skills 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 (cost covered by us) and online searches. We welcome applications from all community sections and are an equal opportunities employer.
For a full job description and person specification, please click the links below:
* Level 3: [Link]
* Level 2: [Link]
To view our ex-offenders policy, please click [Link].
To review our Child Protection Policy, visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of our school website.
Fields related to: Special Education, Careers in Care, Careers in Special Education, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD
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