Secondary Pupil Support Assistant

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

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking a dedicated Pupil Support Assistant – SEND to support students in Wolverhampton and surrounding areas. This full-time role involves 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEND, including those with autism, ADHD and SEMH, across secondary schools in the Wolverhampton region.

You will help students access the curriculum, manage transitions, and collaborate with teachers and SENCOs, while promoting emotional regulation, independence and positive relationships in a

Qualifications

• Have previous SEND experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' worth of references available to support your employment history.
• Have previous UK-based experience working within an educational, childcare or support setting.
• Be able to commit to the role on a full-time basis.
• Be hands-on, proactive and confident taking initiative.
• Have experience supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and other additional needs.
• Helping students access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons and school activities.
• Supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Providing emotional support and helping students develop emotional regulation skills.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Taking a hands-on and proactive approach to supporting students throughout the school day.
• Supporting students during transitions between lessons and less structured periods.
• Adapting activities and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other school professionals.
• Following individual learning, behaviour and support plans.

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

SEND experience

Behaviour de-escalation

Emotional support

Independence development

Job description

Pupil Support Assistant – SEND

Location: Wolverhampton and surrounding areas

Job Type: Full-time

Sector: Secondary Education / Special Educational Needs

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning? We are looking for dedicated, proactive and experienced Pupil Support Assistants to work within secondary schools across Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas.

Smile Education are proud to be working in partnership with the Endeavour Multi Academy Trust to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child returning to school on a full-time basis from the Autumn Term.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals with previous SEND experience who are confident supporting students with a range of additional needs and can make a genuine difference to their educational, social and personal development.

Your responsibilities will include

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to students with SEND.
• Supporting young people with Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and other additional needs.
• Helping students access the curriculum and participate fully in lessons and school activities.
• Supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies.
• Providing emotional support and helping students develop emotional regulation skills.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Taking a hands-on and proactive approach to supporting students throughout the school day.
• Supporting students during transitions between lessons and less structured periods.
• Adapting activities and approaches to meet individual needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other school professionals.
• Following individual learning, behaviour and support plans.

To be considered for this role, you must

• Have previous SEND experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Have a minimum of 2 years' worth of references available to support your employment history.
• Have previous UK-based experience working within an educational, childcare or support setting.
• Be able to commit to the role on a full-time basis.
• Be hands-on, proactive and confident taking initiative.
• Have experience supporting and de-escalating challenging behaviour.

What makes a great Pupil Support Assistant?

Working in SEND education requires patience, resilience and a genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

You may be supporting a student who struggles to regulate their emotions, helping a young person engage with a lesson, encouraging positive social interactions or supporting them to develop greater independence and confidence.

Every day can bring different challenges, but the difference you make can have a lasting impact on a student's confidence, wellbeing, education and future development.

The opportunity

We have opportunities available within supportive secondary school environments in the Wolverhamptonarea.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or Pupil Support Assistant who is looking for a full-time position where they can put their skills and experience to good use.

If you have the relevant UK SEND experience, are confident managing challenging behaviour and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.

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