Therapies Assistant

Therapies Assistant

2026-10-19T16:25:35

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

GB

WF1 3

Any

Witherslack Group

2026-11-17T12:46:07.753

Job Description

£25,256 - £25,817 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories

At our organization, we believe in celebrating every small victory. Our clinicians find fulfillment in making even the tiniest positive changes in the lives of our young people. Join us in this rewarding journey!

Get Out What You Put In

This exciting role spans both Hall Cliffe School and Hall Cliffe Primary School, where you'll work four days a week. Here's what you can expect:

• Hall Cliffe Primary School is an independent specialist day school in Wakefield, dedicated to providing high-quality education for boys and girls with special educational needs, including:




• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties


• Speech, language, and communication difficulties


• Autism and ADHD

Hall Cliffe School also caters to a diverse group of pupils with complex learning needs, social and emotional difficulties, and challenging behaviors.

As a Therapies Assistant, you'll play a vital role in our integrated SEND model. You'll work closely with our Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist, supporting one-to-one and small group interventions while gathering essential information for high-quality assessments. Collaboration is key, as you'll liaise with parents, carers, colleagues, and partner agencies to create the best outcomes for our children and young people.

What We Do for You

We recognize your hard work and commitment, and we're here to reward you with an exceptional salary and benefits package. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Training: Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training


• Holiday: Enjoy school holidays, including bank holidays


• Clinical Development: Access to a leading program for professional growth


• Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits, including life insurance options


• Wellbeing: A range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance


• Medical Cover: Claim back costs for appointments like opticians or dentists


• Beautiful Working Environments: Work in top-notch facilities


• Recommend a Friend: Earn a £2,000 bonus for every successful referral

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives. You'll receive the support, resources, and platform needed to excel in your role. Here's what we're looking for:

• At least 5 GCSEs (including English)


• Experience working with children and young people with SEMH and/or SEN


• Understanding of safeguarding rules and practices


• A 'can do' attitude and a team player mentality


• Genuine care for our young people and each other


• Resilience to handle challenging situations

Interested in Joining Us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at the heart of our mission. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion diversity. We celebrate the unique perspectives and strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Our commitment to inclusivity means we're here to support you throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Together, we can build a diverse team that enhances the lives of the children, young people, and families we serve.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post 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.

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Bring Your Whole Self to WorkThis is your chance to make a meaningful impact on young lives. You'll receive the support, resources, and platform needed to excel in your role. Here's what we're looking for:
At least 5 GCSEs (including English)
Experience working with children and young people with SEMH and/or SEN
Understanding of safeguarding rules and practices
A 'can do' attitude and a team player mentality
Genuine care for our young people and each other
Resilience to handle challenging situations

Interested in Joining Us?At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at the heart of our mission. We're dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs.
As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we embrace individuality and champion diversity. We celebrate the unique perspectives and strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. Our commitment to inclusivity means we're here to support you throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Together, we can build a diverse team that enhances the lives of the children, young people, and families we serve.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post 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.

£25,256 - £25,817 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small VictoriesAt our organization, we believe in celebrating every small victory. Our clinicians find fulfillment in making even the tiniest positive changes in the lives of our young people. Join us in this rewarding journey!
Get Out What You Put InThis exciting role spans both Hall Cliffe School and Hall Cliffe Primary School, where you'll work four days a week. Here's what you can expect:
Hall Cliffe Primary School is an independent specialist day school in Wakefield, dedicated to providing high-quality education for boys and girls with special educational needs, including:
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties
Speech, language, and communication difficulties
Autism and ADHD

Hall Cliffe School also caters to a diverse group of pupils with complex learning needs, social and emotional difficulties, and challenging behaviors.
As a Therapies Assistant, you'll play a vital role in our integrated SEND model. You'll work closely with our Speech and Language Therapist and Occupational Therapist, supporting one-to-one and small group interventions while gathering essential information for high-quality assessments. Collaboration is key, as you'll liaise with parents, carers, colleagues, and partner agencies to create the best outcomes for our children and young people.
What We Do for YouWe recognize your hard work and commitment, and we're here to reward you with an exceptional salary and benefits package. Here's what you can look forward to:
Training: Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training
Holiday: Enjoy school holidays, including bank holidays
Clinical Development: Access to a leading program for professional growth
Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits, including life insurance options
Wellbeing: A range of wellbeing tools and employee assistance
Medical Cover: Claim back costs for appointments like opticians or dentists
Beautiful Working Environments: Work in top-notch facilities
Recommend a Friend: Earn a £2,000 bonus for every successful referral