Teaching Assistant (SEN)

WMJobs; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Supportive leadership

Community links

Governing Board involvement

Training and development

Excellent grounds and facilities

Christian ethos and values

Job summary

St Paul’s Church of England (A) Primary School is seeking an inspirational Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support children in our Lighthouse provision. The role involves SEN support across a wide age range and requires collaboration within a friendly teaching team in a school with a strong Christian ethos.

Hours total 32.5 per week, with options for split part-time roles. The post welcomes applicants who are enthusiastic, proactive and able to work across Early Years to Year 6, supporting pupils

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding children and promoting welfare.
• Ability to work within an inclusive, Christian ethos.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate support and challenge for pupils with SEN to support their learning and progress.
• Have the initiative to work effectively and support pupils in a range of contexts.
• Be deployable across the school from Early Years to Year 6.
• Work effectively within a teaching team to bring about the best outcomes for children.
• Support the welfare of everyone in school and model the school's Christian values.

Skills

SEN support

Teamwork

Initiative

Independent working

Positive attitude

Job description

St Paul's Church of England (A) Primary School, 32.5 hours per week. Working: 8.30am to 3.30pm or 2 x part-time roles, 8.30am to 12.30pm (20 hours) and 12.30 to 3.30pm (15 hours). Required for Monday 2 November, 2026 (or sooner if possible).

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to appoint an inspirational, inclusive and encouraging Level 3 Teaching Assistant(s) to support children in our Lighthouse provision. The Lighthouse offers children with more complex needs, an adapted approach to learning to ensure they are given every opportunity to flourish; academically, emotionally and socially. You will be welcomed into a friendly and supportive teaching team in a wonderful school with an exciting vision for the future.

The post will involve:

• providing appropriate support and challenge for pupils with SEN to support their learning and progress
• having the initiative to work effectively and support pupils in a range of contexts
• having the skills and knowledge to be deployed across the school, from Early Years to Year 6
• working effectively within a teaching team to bring about the best outcomes in every way for children
• supporting the welfare of everyone in school and being an excellent role model for the school's Christian values

We are looking for someone who:

• has high standards and prides themselves on their work
• is committed to safeguarding children and providing them with the best support and care
• is fully supportive of our inclusive school vision
• shows initiative
• can work independently and as part of a team
• is supportive of our school's Christian ethos and values
• is fun loving, enthusiastic and positive

We can offer:

• a friendly, supportive and committed team
• a supportive, approachable and visible leadership team
• a school with fantastic children who are eager to learn
• positive links with families and the local community
• a committed Governing Board
• a caring, supportive and encouraging school, underpinned by our strong Christian distinctiveness and ethos
• opportunities for training and development
• fantastic grounds and facilities

St Paul's C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Our Safeguarding Policy can be viewed by visiting:

https://www.stpaulscofeprimaryschool.co.uk/_files/ugd/e5b70e_de1e208ef0f74f1983c49ff88ef318c9.pdf

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Disqualification Declaration when they attend interview and should be aware that online checks may be done as part of due diligence checks (KCSiE).

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school office on 01902 558621 to arrange an appointment.

shortlisted candidates notified: Monday 28 September, 2026 by 6.30pm

interviews: Tuesday 29/Wednesday 30 September, 2026