Jobs

Smile Education are proud to be recruiting for a number of Teaching Assistants across the Wolverhampton area to support two schools within The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust.

These schools provide specialist support for students with a wide range of SEND needs, including severe, complex and profound needs, autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding and supportive environment.

About the Trust

The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust believes that learning should be an adventure, rich with opportunities for lifelong learning, personal development, achievement and enjoyment.

They are committed to:

• Empowering learners to take an active role in school life
• Promoting equality, diversity, respect and positive relationships
• Delivering personalised curriculums tailored to individual needs
• Supporting students to develop essential life skills for adulthood and employment
• Creating a forward-thinking, ambitious and collaborative learning environment

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with a range of complex SEND needs
• Assisting in delivering lessons and activities in line with the class teacher
• Working independently and as part of a team
• Supporting with personal care where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and managing challenging situations
• Attending training, meetings and liaising with external professionals
• Fully immersing yourself in school life and contributing to a positive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A passion and determination to support students with SEND
• Recent experience working with children with similar needs
• Confidence working independently and proactively
• A positive attitude and the ability to build strong relationships
• A minimum Level 2 qualification in a relevant field
• Paediatric First Aid (desirable but not essential)

Requirements:

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one through Smile Education
• Ability to attend training and meetings as required

Why Join Smile Education?

• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to a variety of rewarding SEND roles
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements
• Competitive rates of pay

If you are passionate about supporting students with additional needs and want to be part of a forward-thinking and supportive trust, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Smile Education for more information!