SEN Pupil Support Specialist (Flexible)

Smile Education; Walsall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education is seeking passionate Pupil Support Assistants to support pupils with SEN in Walsall and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible opportunities across full-time and part-time schedules and requires dedication to helping children feel supported and included.

You will work closely with teachers and staff to encourage engagement, support learning, and promote positive behaviour in primary settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or individuals with additional needs
• Experience in a primary school/SEN setting advantageous

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs
• Help pupils access lessons and participate in activities
• Support children with Autism, ADHD and SEMH
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and social development
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement
• Provide reassurance during challenging situations
• Assist during transitions and less structured parts of the day
• Adapt activities to meet individual needs
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and other school staff
• Follow individual learning and behaviour plans
• Contribute to monitoring pupil progress

Skills

Patience

Caring

Reliability

Communication skills

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

Smile Education is seeking passionate Pupil Support Assistants to support pupils with SEN in Walsall and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible opportunities across full-time and part-time schedules and requires dedication to helping children feel supported and included.

You will work closely with teachers and staff to encourage engagement, support learning, and promote positive behaviour in primary settings.