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SEN Learning Support Assistant

Posted: 20-05-2025
Category: SEN
Location: Tamworth
Type: Part-time / Temporary
Salary: £82.50 - £95 per day

Smile Education are delighted to work in partnership with a number of Specialist SEN schools across Staffordshire, we are currently seeking several flexible Teaching Assistants to provide emergency absence cover a number of school sites across Staffordshire (Tamworth).

These roles are ideal for candidates seeking part time roles, newly qualified Teaching Assistants or for those wishing to build upon their SEN experience.

About the Role:

Flexible / short term opportunities working across a variety of classes with children aged 2 years – 11 years old
Supporting pupils with a wide range of needs which cannot be me within mainstream education
Utilising holistic practices to encourage academic and social development
Meet and return students to and from transport in the AM and PM
Working on a 1:1 / 2:1 ratio
Part time/Flexible opportunities

About You:

Must hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification
Ability to work on a short notice (24hrs)
Confident in working independently in a 1:1 role
Experience of supporting SEN children and young people within the last 2 years
Be able to provide references covering the last 2 years, including interactions with children and young people
Hold an Enhanced DBS Certificate or willing to apply for a new one through Smile Education

Choose us If…

You’re looking for an agency who want to make a difference within the Education Sector
You want to further develop your hands-on experience
You want to work in a Supportive & Inclusive school
You want market competitive rates of pay
You’re looking for access to CPD and training opportunities

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

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