SEN Teaching Assistant - Smethwick

Aspire People; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus £250

Training & development

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a SEN Provision Teaching Assistant in Smethwick to provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, helping them access learning and grow confidence within the school setting.

You will assist in planning and delivering engaging activities, support behaviour management, and work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals; prior school-based experience and Level 2/3 TA qualification are desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school setting.
• Understanding of supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or additional needs.
• Patience, empathy and excellent communication skills.
• Level 2/3 TA qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Help to manage behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals.

Skills

Experience with children

SEN understanding

Communication skills

Patience & empathy

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant (desirable)

Job description

SEN Provision Teaching Assistant - Smethwick

Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 121 Teaching Assistants to join our Aspire Team and work in one of our schools in Smethwick. This role involves providing tailored support to a pupil on a one-to-one basis, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and thrive within the school environment in their SEND Provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, both in and out of the classroom.
• Assist in the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.
• Help to manage behaviour in a positive and consistent way.
• Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children (ideally in a school setting).
• Understanding of supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) or additional needs.
• Patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• A positive and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a child's educational journey.

We also offer you a £250 referral bonus for recommendations of candidates suitable for any of the roles we are currently recruiting for.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks