Empowering Secondary SEND Teaching Assistant in Tamworth

Smile Education Recruitment; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a caring Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Tamworth. You will support secondary-aged students with a range of SEND, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, assisting teachers to deliver accessible activities, implementing positive behaviour strategies, and safeguarding students.

Qualifications

• Experience working with secondary-aged children or young people.
• Experience with SEND is highly desirable.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant, Childcare or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students with SEND.
• Deliver engaging and accessible learning activities with the class teacher.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Support students to access the curriculum at their individual level.
• Encourage students to develop independence and confidence.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support students effectively.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students.
• Collaborate with teachers, other Teaching Assistants and professionals.
• Celebrate students' achievements and help them reach their potential.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking a caring Secondary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Tamworth. You will support secondary-aged students with a range of SEND, helping them engage with learning and develop confidence and independence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, assisting teachers to deliver accessible activities, implementing positive behaviour strategies, and safeguarding students.