Higher Level Teaching Assistant

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 young people to be themselves. Youll be more than a Teaching Assistant, youll be able to connect with our pupils because of:
- Significant experience as a Teaching assistant
- Your genuine passion for supporting children learn and the impact it can have on their lives
- Your enthusiasm and expertise to support your department
- Your ability to plan meetings, work without supervision and liaise with teachers to devise complementary learning activities.
- Youll also need a relevant NVQ Level 3 and a HLTA qualification, or equivalent
Interested in joining us?
Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself.

Those Huge Small VictoriesOur higher level teaching assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Theres 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
Get out what you put inYoull be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. Youll 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 youre really proud of.
It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a higher level teaching assistant at Witherslack Group, youll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and well be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.
One of the best environments in SENDThe greatest achievements often dont come easy, but Hall Cliffe has earned a reputation as a school that can help turn young peoples lives around. Hall Cliffe is a specialist secondary school supporting young people with ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and SEMH needs.
The school is housed in a stunning listed building, at the centre of which is a tranquil courtyard used for both recreational and therapeutic activities. However, the true heart of Hall Cliffe School is its pupils, which is evident in the unwavering commitment, care and support that the staff team offer to every young person, helping them to achieve positive outcomes both in and beyond the classroom.
What we do for youWe know youre going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the
education sector. With us, youll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people plus youll get:
Training: A full induction and on the job training
Holiday: Youll work hard at WG, so youll 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: meaning 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 the very 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%)