1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time, Supportive School

Smile Education; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education in Stafford is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1) for a full-time post starting immediately or after the October half-term. This role runs the full academic year in a supportive primary school with a strong community ethos and aims to place pupils at the heart of every activity.

You will provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher, help pupils with varying abilities, and work closely with staff to maintain a positive, engaging learning

Qualifications

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (ideal)
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a school
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant in a primary or SEN setting
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Responsibilities

• 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

Working with children/SEN

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Smile Education in Stafford is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1) for a full-time post starting immediately or after the October half-term. This role runs the full academic year in a supportive primary school with a strong community ethos and aims to place pupils at the heart of every activity.

You will provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher, help pupils with varying abilities, and work closely with staff to maintain a positive, engaging learning