Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Teaching Assistant!

Salary: £29,516 + excellent benefits

Celebrate the Huge Small Victories

At Witherslack Group, our Teaching Assistants thrive on making even the smallest positive changes in the lives of our young people. We believe in celebrating every little victory, because to some of our students, simply sitting through a lesson can be a monumental achievement. These "huge small victories" may seem minor, but they accumulate to create a significant impact.

Your Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with children and young people who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. Your mission? To help them learn, develop their abilities, and boost their self-esteem. While the journey can be challenging, the rewards of witnessing their progress will fill you with pride.

About Felden Hall School

Opened in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is a state-of-the-art facility designed for up to 115 pupils aged 5-16. We cater to a diverse range of needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. Located in Hemel Hempstead, this exciting opportunity places you at the heart of our mission to provide every pupil with an outstanding educational experience.

What We Offer You

We recognize your hard work and commitment, and we reward it with one of the best salary and benefits packages in the education sector. Here’s what you can expect:

• Training: Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training.
• Holidays: Enjoy full school holidays to recharge.
• Progression: Opportunities for career development, with many leaders promoted from within.
• Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits, including life insurance options.
• Wellbeing: Access to a range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs.
• Medical Cover: Claim back costs for optician and dentist appointments.
• Beautiful Work Environment: Work in well-resourced schools with top-notch facilities.
• Referral Bonus: Earn £1,000 for every friend you recommend who joins us.
• Pension: Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%.

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

Our young people come from diverse backgrounds, and we believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect with our pupils through:

• Your can-do attitude and willingness to help others.
• Experience in a classroom setting (though we provide training if you need it).
• A genuine passion for supporting children and making a difference in their lives.
• Your enthusiasm to collaborate with teachers and therapists.

Ready to Make a Difference?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at our core. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs. As a specialist provider of education and care for children with special educational needs, we celebrate individuality and champion neurodiversity.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Our commitment to inclusivity means we will support you throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace. Together, we can build a diverse team that empowers the children and families we serve.

Join us in making a real difference!

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

hemel hempstead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English