1:1 SEN teaching assistant

Smile Education; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced 1:1 SEN teaching assistant to work in a first school within the Bromsgrove area, full time until the end of the academic year with a child in reception. The school is a friendly, inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos, where staff work closely together to support pupils academically, socially and emotionally.

As a SEN teaching assistant, you will work within the nest with other senior members of staff, provide classroom support

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a school essential.
• Experience in a primary school or SEN setting desirable.

Responsibilities

• Working within the nest with other senior members of staff
• Provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher
• Support pupils with varying abilities, including those needing additional support
• Help maintain a positive, engaging learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other teaching assistants

Skills

Behaviour management

Communication

Team collaboration

Commitment to learning

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced 1:1 SEN teaching assistant to work in a first school within the Bromsgrove area, full time until the end of the academic year with a child in reception.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role will run for the full academic year and offers an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, values-led school environment that places pupils at the heart of everything it does.

The school is a friendly, inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos. Staff work closely together to ensure pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The school promotes high expectations, positive behaviour, and a nurturing learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

As a SEN teaching assistant, you will:

• Working within the nest with other senior members of staff
• Provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher
• Support pupils with varying abilities, including those needing additional support
• Help maintain a positive, engaging learning environment
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other teaching assistants

Requirements

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (ideal)
• If no qualification, a minimum of 1 year's experience working in a school is essential
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant in a primary school setting or SEN setting
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Commitment to supporting children's learning and development
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Why Apply?

• Full-time teaching assistant role for the full academic year
• Pay in line with scale
• Long-term stability within a supportive school
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience across different key stages
• Friendly, welcoming staff team

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications