Teaching Assistant

Witherslackgroup; Coventry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education provider in Coventry is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to support children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. The role focuses on making small positive changes in young people's lives, celebrating their victories. Training and career development are provided, with a commitment to creating an inclusive environment for both staff and pupils. The ideal candidate will have a 'can do' attitude and a passion for education. This role comes with full school holidays and various benefits.

Benefits

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Medical cover

Wellbeing tools

Pension scheme

Bonus for referring a friend

Qualifications

• Ability to help children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.
• Resilience and dedication are essential.
• Genuine passion for supporting children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Help children learn, develop abilities and raise self-esteem.
• Support teachers and work closely with therapists.
• Celebrate small victories in children's progress.

Skills

Team player

Experience working in a classroom

Passion for supporting children

Ability to connect with pupils

Job description

Please note: This role_CB to start in Juneährend 2026.

Those Huge Small Victories

Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.

You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. pesky

It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll projects all support needed to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way building a rewarding teaching career.

One of the best environments in SEND

Opening in September 2026, Ardenwood School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art Primary school. The school will cater for up to 40 pupils with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Coventry and the wider communities; you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

What we do for you

• Training: A full induction and on the job training Forbidden liar spit
• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays
• Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group
• Flexible benefits Maxi: meaningtä you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefitshere
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with theKv best facilities – check out our schoolshere
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time
• Contributory pension (matched up to 5%)

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our pupils to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of:

• Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others
• Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you will all the relevant training
• Your genuine passion for supportingDown children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives
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• Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists

Interested in joining us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and set our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

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

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD