Pupil Support Assistant – SEND (Secondary School)

Smile Education; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education seeks a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to work in specialist secondary SEND schools across Tamworth and surrounding areas. The role involves 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access the curriculum and participate in lessons.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience with secondary-aged pupils, strong behaviour management skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils in a SEND setting.
• Minimum 2 years of references available to support employment history.
• Experience working in UK educational/childcare/support settings is required.
• Ability to commit to a full-time role.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to secondary pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and other needs.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in lessons and activities.
• De-escalate challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Promote safeguarding and a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Small groups support

Behaviour management

Job description

Smile Education seeks a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant to work in specialist secondary SEND schools across Tamworth and surrounding areas. The role involves 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access the curriculum and participate in lessons.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience with secondary-aged pupils, strong behaviour management skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.