Job Description:

Smile Education is proud to be recruiting for multiple Teaching Assistants to support a welcoming and specialist primary SEND school based in Lichfield.

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference?

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work, looking to develop your SEND experience, or seeking a consistent long-term opportunity, we have a range of positions available.

About the School
The school is a nurturing and inclusive primary SEND setting, supporting children with a range of additional needs and providing a safe, supportive environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.
The school places a strong emphasis on building positive relationships, developing independence and celebrating each child's individual strengths and achievements.

The Opportunity
Due to ongoing demand, the school is looking for multiple Teaching Assistants to provide additional classroom support and cover staff absence, training and other school requirements.

There are opportunities for:

• Flexible day-to-day work
• Regular weekly work
• Long-term placements for candidates seeking greater consistency

This is an excellent opportunity for Teaching Assistants who want to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEND environment while developing their skills and making a meaningful difference to children's lives.

Your Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support primary-aged pupils with a range of SEND needs
• Provide support both in and outside of the classroom
• Assist teachers with engaging, personalised and inclusive learning activities
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support children with communication, social, emotional and learning needs
• Promote independence, confidence and personal development
• Help create a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment
• Support pupils with their individual learning and development goals
• Work closely with teachers and the wider school team

Essential RequirementsTo be considered for these positions, you will need:

• A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND
• The ability to provide a minimum of two years' employment and/or education references
• At least one reference must comment on your experience and interaction when working with children or young people
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education

Why Work with Smile Education?

• Flexible working to fit around your existing commitments
• Regular and long-term opportunities available
• Gain valuable experience within specialist SEND education
• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated support from your Smile Education consultant
• Opportunities to develop your SEND career
• Make a genuine difference to the lives of children with additional needs

Apply Today
If you're a Level 2+ Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within a specialist primary SEND school in Lichfield, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're looking for flexibility, consistency or the opportunity to develop your SEND experience, Smile Education can help you find the right role.

Apply today and take the next step in your SEND career with Smile Education!

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.