Trauma-Informed Teaching & Learning Support Assistant

Penn Fields School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Fields Special School in Wolverhampton is looking for a dedicated Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to help students access learning and develop resilience. You will work with teachers to support SEN students and deliver targeted interventions in a trauma-aware environment.

You will join a collaborative team that values care, adaptability, and professional growth. This role supports all key stages and contributes to shaping brighter futures for learners.

Qualifications

• Support and deliver learning under the guidance of teaching staff and senior leaders.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure SEN students have full access to learning.
• Lead 1:1 intervention sessions where appropriate and provide tailored support across all key stages.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive relationships with students.
• Assist with classroom organisation, resources, and relational management.
• Follow a trauma-informed approach to nurture student wellbeing and progress.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver learning under the guidance of teaching staff and senior leaders.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure SEN students have full access to learning.
• Lead 1:1 intervention sessions where appropriate and provide tailored support across all key stages.
• Promote inclusion, independence, and positive relationships with students.
• Assist with classroom organisation, resources, and relational management.
• Follow a trauma-informed approach to nurture student wellbeing and progress.

Job description

Penn Fields Special School in Wolverhampton is looking for a dedicated Teaching and Learning Support Assistant to help students access learning and develop resilience. You will work with teachers to support SEN students and deliver targeted interventions in a trauma-aware environment.

You will join a collaborative team that values care, adaptability, and professional growth. This role supports all key stages and contributes to shaping brighter futures for learners.