Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay (£95–£109.25)

Flexible working options

Long-term and day-to-day assignments

Support in SEND settings

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Telford. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, helping pupils access learning and develop new skills.

You will work with pupils with Autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, following EHCPs and using structured learning strategies to build confidence and independence. A collaborative team environment is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience in a school, specialist setting or SEND education environment.
• Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs.
• Ability to provide references for your most recent 24 months.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting pupils with Autism and communication challenges
• Supporting pupils with learning disabilities, SLD, PMLD, and complex needs
• Helping pupils as guided by EHCPs and individual support plans
• Using visual, sensory and structured learning strategies
• Fostering communication, interaction and engagement
• Developing pupil independence and life skills
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapting activities and resources for individual needs
• Collaborating closely with teachers and other professionals
• Providing consistent, nurturing support
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

group support

communication skills

team player

patience

resilience

behaviour management

Education

TA qualifications desirable

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding opportunity in Telford? If you are caring, resilient and enthusiastic, your support could change lives for children and young people with a range of special educational needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive daily pay: £95 – £109.25
• Full-time, part-time and flexible working options
• Long-term and day-to-day assignments available
• Opportunities to support children in specialist SEND and education settings
• Work with pupils with a broad range of additional needs
• Grow your specialist SEND skills and experience
• Rewarding work where your support makes a visible difference

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide personalised support to help pupils access learning, develop new skills, and build confidence and independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting pupils with Autism and communication challenges
• Supporting pupils with learning disabilities, SLD, PMLD, and complex needs
• Helping pupils as guided by EHCPs and individual support plans
• Using visual, sensory and structured learning strategies
• Fostering communication, interaction and engagement
• Developing pupil independence and life skills
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Adapting activities and resources for individual needs
• Collaborating closely with teachers and other professionals
• Providing consistent, nurturing support
• Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills and Experience

Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting children or young people with SEND

• Previous experience in a school, specialist setting or SEND education environment
• Confidence supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs
• Experience providing both 1:1 and small-group support
• Understanding of varied learning and communication needs
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Team player who works effectively with others
• Teaching Assistant or SEND-related qualifications are desirable
• Ability to provide references for your most recent 24 months
• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Location and Package

Based in Telford and surrounding areas

Daily rate: £95.00 – £109.25

Flexible start date from October 2026

Contract, temporary, long-term and flexible opportunities available

Full-time and part-time positions

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who wants to help children and young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their individual goals, this is the opportunity for you.