Long-term Teaching Assistant- Wolverhampton

Smile Education; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Smaller class sizes

Opportunity to make a difference

Holistic curriculum approach

Long-term stability

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Wolverhampton is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Special Needs Primary School. The ideal candidate will support children with complex needs, adapting learning activities to foster independence and emotional regulation. A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification is required, along with a nurturing attitude and recent UK-based experience. This role promises long-term stability and the opportunity to positively impact children's lives in a holistic learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification required.
• Recent experience working with children in the UK.
• Ability to support children with individual and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs on an individual and small group basis.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Act as a positive role model within the school community.

Skills

Support for children with complex needs

Positive behaviour encouragement

Life skills promotion

Team collaboration

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Smile Education are proud to be recruiting for a full-time, long-term Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing and supportive Special Needs Primary School based in Wolverhampton.

This welcoming school benefits from excellent transport links from Dudley, Bridgnorth, and Wolverhampton, making it easily accessible for candidates across the surrounding areas.

About the School

The school provides education for 52 pupils across 6 classes and is a Staffordshire-based Generic Special School catering for children aged 2–11 years with a wide range of needs that cannot be met within mainstream education.

The school follows a flexible pathways approach, enabling staff to tailor curriculum delivery to each individual child, ensuring meaningful progression for all pupils. With smaller class sizes and higher staff ratios, the school creates an environment where children receive the attention and differentiation they need throughout the day.

The curriculum is informal, sensory-based and hands-on, using both the classroom and outdoor environment to deliver engaging sessions. Pupils regularly access the community using the school minibus to develop independence and apply their skills in a range of real-life settings.

Communication and social development are key priorities. The school supports pupils using:

• PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
• Makaton
• Intensive Interaction

A strong emphasis is placed on holistic development — nurturing academic progress, social skills, self-esteem, and emotional regulation. The school’s vision is to provide an inclusive education that inspires pupils to succeed by working, learning and achieving together, fostering a positive “can do” attitude in every child.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support children with a range of complex needs on an individual and small group basis
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
• Promote independence and life skills development
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Act as a positive role model within the school community
• Work collaboratively as part of a large, supportive professional team
• Fully immerse yourself in school life and contribute to the nurturing learning environment

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold a minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Have recent UK-based experience working with children
• Be confident supporting children with individual and complex needs
• Be available to commit full-time on a long-term basis
• Demonstrate a nurturing, patient and positive approach
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one through Smile Education
• Be able to provide references covering the past 2 years, including at least one that comments on your interaction with children
• Hold a safeguarding qualification (training can be provided if required)

Why Apply?

• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Smaller class sizes and strong staff ratios
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in children’s lives
• Holistic and creative curriculum approach
• Long-term stability in a rewarding setting

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to be part of a school that truly values holistic development and inclusion, we would love to hear from you.

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