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, celebrating these "huge small victories" that, while appearing minor, contribute significantly to their development. Check out this video to see what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!
Get out what you put in
You will work with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Your role is to support their learning, development, and self-esteem. Resilience and dedication are essential, but the rewarding progress you witness will make it worthwhile.
While the journey can be challenging, the positive steps forward will be rewarding. At Witherslack Group, you'll receive comprehensive support, work alongside highly skilled colleagues, and be part of well-resourced environments that foster your professional growth.
One of the best environments in SEND
Millcourt School, located in Shelf, Yorkshire, is an independent specialist day school catering to pupils with SEMH needs and related conditions. The historic mill building has been transformed into a vibrant educational setting, committed to understanding and supporting its students' success.
What we do for you
We value your dedication and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
* Full induction and on-the-job training
* Paid school holidays
* Opportunities for career progression within our group
* Flexible benefits, including options to adjust coverage
* Wellbeing resources and employee assistance programs
* Medical coverage for services like opticians and dentists
* Access to high-quality facilities and environments
* Referral bonus scheme (£1,000 per successful referral)
* Contributory pension scheme (up to 5%)
Bring your whole-self to work
Our diverse student body and workforce reflect the importance of inclusivity. To connect effectively with our pupils, you should possess:
* A positive, proactive attitude
* Experience in a classroom setting (training provided if not)
* Genuine passion for supporting children's learning
* Enthusiasm and collaborative spirit 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 (cost covered) and an online background check. We welcome applications from all communities and backgrounds.
For more details, please click here for the full job description and person specification. You can also review our ex-offenders policy and Child Protection Policy.
Our Schools and Learning Centres are listed here.
Keywords: Special Education, Careers in Care, Working with Children, SEMH, SEN, ASD
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