SEN Teaching Assistant - Walsall

Aspire People; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEN Provision Teaching Assistant to support a pupil on a 1:1 basis in one of our Walsall schools. You will help the pupil access lessons, build confidence, and thrive within a SEND provision.

The role involves assisting with learning activities, supporting behavioural and emotional development, and collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to create a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in a school setting is preferred.
• Understanding of supporting pupils with SEN or additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and excellent communicational skills.
• Positive and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

1:1 support

SEN knowledge

Patience

Excellent communication

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant desirable

Job description

SEN Provision Teaching Assistant - Walsall

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 Walsall. 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.

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.