Newly Qualified Teaching Assistant

Smile Education Recruitment; Wolverhampton; Vor Ort; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Supportive consultant

Career development

Zusammenfassung

Smile Education is recruiting enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to support a specialist school in Wolverhampton from the start of the new academic year. This role is ideal for those beginning a career in education or seeking flexible work to fit around studies and commitments.

As a TA you will work with experienced staff, support 1:1 and small groups, and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment for students with diverse needs, including ASC, ADHD, PMLD and SEMH.

Qualifikationen

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting.
• Interest in supporting students with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
• Patient, caring and adaptable; able to work effectively as part of a team.

Aufgaben

• Support students on a 1:1 basis.
• Deliver small group interventions.
• Assist with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement.
• Support students with communication, social and emotional development.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Kenntnisse

Level 2/3 TA qualification

SEND experience

Patient and adaptable

Team player

Flexible working

Ausbildung

Teaching Assistant qualification

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a newly qualified Teaching Assistant looking to gain valuable classroom experience while maintaining flexibility around your studies or other commitments?

Smile Education is recruiting for enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support a specialist school in Wolverhampton from the start of the new academic year. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are beginning their career in education, planning to start university, or seeking flexible work that fits around existing commitments.

This welcoming and highly supportive school requires Teaching Assistants on a regular basis to cover staff absence, training courses, and to support a growing number of students joining the school throughout the year.

About the School

The school provides specialist education for students with a wide range of additional needs and supports pupils from across eight local authorities.

Students may have:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Sensory impairments
• Non-verbal communication needs

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who already has experience supporting children with SEND or for those looking to develop a long-term career within special education.

The school prides itself on its supportive environment, where staff work collaboratively to ensure every child receives the care and education they deserve.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers and support staff within the classroom. Depending on the needs of the school, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis
• Delivering small group interventions
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning tasks
• Promoting positive behaviour and engagement
• Supporting students with communication, social and emotional development
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment

You will be based within a class alongside multiple Teaching Assistants, providing excellent support and opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting
• Have an interest in supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Are patient, caring and adaptable
• Can work effectively as part of a team
• Are confident using their own initiative when required
• Are looking to gain valuable experience within education
• Are available for flexible work throughout the academic year

Why Work with Smile Education?

• Flexible work to fit around university studies and other commitments
• Valuable classroom experience within a specialist setting
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career in education
• A chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people

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