Vacancy Detail

SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wolverhampton
Pay Rate: £85 - £100
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 3 to 19 in Wolverhampton with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

About the Role:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in assisting students with PMLD and SLD in a specialist educational setting. Your focus will be on sensory development, communication, and life skills. You will support students in engaging learning activities while working closely with the class teacher and other professionals to help meet each student’s individual educational and care needs. This role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting students with complex needs and helping them achieve their fullest potential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Free CPD training tailored to SEND professionals
• Holiday pay
• A dedicated consultant who will offer continuous support throughout your role

Requirements:

• Experience working with PMLD and SLD pupils
• Knowledge of sensory-based teaching methods and alternative communication tools (such as PECS, Makaton)
• A patient, calm, and creative approach to supporting students
• Ability to assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
• A strong commitment to supporting each student’s overall development and wellbeing

About Smart Education:

Smart Education is a specialist recruitment agency for Education and Early Years, offering staffing solutions for both temporary and permanent roles. We recruit Teaching Assistants, SEND specialists, Teachers, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors across the Midlands.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. It is an offense to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

Location: Wolverhampton | Salary: 85 - 100 per day | Job type: Contract | Posted: 04/06/2025