SEN Teaching Assistant | Empower Autistic Learners

SMART Education Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay (£95–£110.25)

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Specialist SEND experience growth

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton to support pupils with Autism and additional needs. The role is long-term and full-time, offering ongoing support and opportunities to grow in a specialist SEND setting.

You will work closely with teachers and SEND specialists to adapt activities, nurture communication, and promote independence throughout the school day. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of SEND support experience, a patient, nurturing

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience with Autism is highly desirable.
• Confident supporting pupils both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Flexible, patient and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils access lessons and classroom activities confidently.
• Adapt resources and activities to individual abilities and needs.
• Encourage communication, interaction and ongoing engagement.
• Promote confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support positive behaviour and maintain established classroom routines.
• Follow individual support plans and EHCP outcomes.
• Help maintain safeguarding, safety, and inclusive learning environments.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Tools

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Job description

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant in Wolverhampton to support pupils with Autism and additional needs. The role is long-term and full-time, offering ongoing support and opportunities to grow in a specialist SEND setting.

You will work closely with teachers and SEND specialists to adapt activities, nurture communication, and promote independence throughout the school day. Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of SEND support experience, a patient, nurturing