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SEN Teaching Assistant

  • Posted: 24-09-2026
  • Category: SEN
  • Location: Tamworth
  • Type: Full-time / Temporary
  • Salary: £85 - £105 per day
Are you a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant who is experienced working very closely with SEN children in the Tamworth area looking for a flexible role within a supportive SEN school environment?

We are seeking an patient and reliable Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children's learning and development across welcoming and well-established primary schools.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys helping pupils build their confidence, develop key skills, and to give overall support with their highly complex needs .We offer flexible opportunities tailored to your preferences, whether you're looking to work five days a week or just one. We take the time to understand what our candidates want and are committed to finding roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals.

As a Primary School Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
-Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a child with highly complex additional needs.
-Encouraging positive behaviour and helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
-Assisting pupils with varying abilities and learning needs, including those requiring additional support
-Helping to prepare classroom resources and learning activities to enhance pupil engagement
-Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils
-Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development, helping them to build confidence and reach their full potential
-Assisting with playground duties, school activities, and other responsibilities as required by the school
 
The ideal candidate would have:
-Recent experience supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis.
-A relevant Teaching Assistant or Childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 desirable).
-Experience supporting children with complex needs.
-Previous experience delivering medical care is advantageous but not essential.
-Confidence working independently whilst also being an effective member of a wider classroom team.
-A patient, caring and flexible approach.
-Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
-An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one through Smile Education.

Why apply with us?
-Flexible short-term, long-term opportunity within a supportive school environment
-Friendly and dedicated staff who will work with you collaboratively
-Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate
-The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to young people through a more personalised approach to learning
-Ongoing support from a dedicated Smile Education consultant
-Competitive rates of pay such as £85-108
 
If you are a reliable and passionate SEN teaching assistant interested looking for a role within a supportive school in Tamworth area, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! We encourage everyone to apply or email evie@smile-education.co.uk .
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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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