Witherslack Group
Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant
Up to £33,066 + excellent benefits – Teaching Assistant
About the Role
Those Huge Small Victories
Our Teaching Assistants find fulfilment in even the smallest positive changes for our young people. We call these huge small victories. Support our students through ups and downs, where sitting through a lesson can be a big win. Watch the video to see what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!
Get out what you put in
You’ll work with children and young people with:
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
Your role? Help them learn, develop, and build self-esteem. You’ll need resilience and dedication, but the small wins will make it worthwhile.
A tough journey? Absolutely—but well-supported every step. Our team, resources, and mentorship help build your teaching career.
What We Offer
A World-Class Environment
Luxborough Court School is a purpose-built facility with:
- 150+ pupils aged 5–19 with ASD
- Massive sports hall (former Premier League training ground, with changing facilities)
- Besoke 6th form suite
- Therapeutic and bespoke intervention spaces
- Lush outdoor spaces including a central courtyard garden, junior/secondary playgrounds, and a multi-use games area
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Location: Minutes from Chigwell Station (access to Central Line in London/Essex) and near M11 (Junction 4).
Top Benefits:
- Training: Full induction + on-the-job mentorship
- Holida: Full school holidays
- Career progress: Internal promotions welcomed—leaders often start from within Witherslack Group
- Flexibility: Customisable benefits (e.g., life insurance)
- Wellbeing: Free mental health support + discounts
- Medical cover to reclaim optician or dental visits
- High-street perks and school visits
- Recruit referral bonuses (£1,000/referral)
- Company pension (contributory, matched at 5%)
Why Teach With Us?
Bring your whole self to work! Our diverse team engages pupils of all backgrounds. You’ll lead with:
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- A ‘can-do’ attitude—roll up and help others
- Amazon classroom experience? Not a must—we train you
- Passion for education and its impact
- Enthusiasm to collaborate with teachers + therapists
Interested?
Witherslack Group is proud of our inclusive culture. We embrace differences, champion neurodiversity, and celebrate individuality.
Our team reflects the world, ensuring we can foster self-confidence and growth in our SEND pupils.
We welcome every applicant. Neurodivergent, underrepresented, or comes from an unusual background? Join us.
Equal opportunities employer that values all communities.
Safeguarding & Process
Pre-employment checks:
- Enhanced DBS (cost covered)
- Background search
Detailed specification + policy links:
Keywords: Autism, SEN Specialist, SEMH, ASD, Creative/Inclusive Education, Childcare, Teaching Assistant (TA), Neurodivergent Support
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