1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 2, Smethwick

Aspire People; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Year 2 Teaching Assistant for Smethwick to provide 1:1 support in a Year 2 class. The role focuses on enabling the pupil to access learning, build confidence and thrive within the school environment.

Requirements include experience with children and SEN, with Level 2/3 TA qualifications desirable. Training and safeguarding are provided, along with a £250 referral bonus for successful placements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children (ideally in a school setting).
• Understanding of supporting pupils with SEN or additional needs.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• A positive and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in planning and delivering engaging learning activities.
• Help manage behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Communication

Empathy

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a Year 2 Teaching Assistant for Smethwick to provide 1:1 support in a Year 2 class. The role focuses on enabling the pupil to access learning, build confidence and thrive within the school environment.

Requirements include experience with children and SEN, with Level 2/3 TA qualifications desirable. Training and safeguarding are provided, along with a £250 referral bonus for successful placements.