SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and specialist training

Dedicated consultant support

Potential permanent opportunities

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment, in partnership with Endeavour Multi Academy Trust, seeks a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton. The role provides 1:1 support for a pupil with highly complex needs, with full-time hours and specialist training provided to deliver medical care as required.

Ideal candidates will have recent 1:1 experience with additional needs, a TA/Childcare qualification (Level 2–3) and an Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain).

Qualifications

• Recent experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Confidence working independently whilst also being an effective member of a wider classroom team.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with highly complex additional needs.
• Deliver engaging, tailored activities to support the child's learning and development.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support the child's emotional, educational and physical wellbeing throughout the school day.
• Deliver medical care following specialist training.

Skills

1:1 support

communication skills

patient & caring

independent working

Education

Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3)

Job description

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. Based in Wolverhampton, this school benefits from excellent transport links, making it easily accessible from Dudley, Wolverhampton and the surrounding areas. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey. The successful candidate will provide consistent, individualised support to a pupil with highly complex additional needs, ensuring they can access learning in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. The role will be classroom-based, working closely alongside the class teacher while taking responsibility for the child's day-to-day support.

About the Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with highly complex additional needs.
• Deliver engaging, tailored activities to support the child's learning and development.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support the child's emotional, educational and physical wellbeing throughout the school day.
• Assist with personal care where required.
• Deliver medical care following specialist training.

Full specialist training will be provided for the successful candidate to ensure they feel confident and competent in delivering the specific medical care required. Whilst previous experience delivering medical care is desirable, it is not essential for candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Recent experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable).
• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Previous experience delivering medical care is advantageous but not essential.
• Confidence working independently whilst also being an effective member of a wider classroom team.
• A patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.

Why Smile Education?

• Full-time, long-term opportunity with the potential for permanent oppertunities.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.
• Access to free CPD and specialist training.
• Opportunity to work within the highly regarded Endeavour Multi Academy Trust.
• The chance to make a life-changing difference to a child's education, wellbeing and independence.

If you are a compassionate Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact, we'd 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.