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We are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive SEN school in the Lichfield area for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible.

The school supports pupils across 3 sites, working with children from Nursery through to Year 6, and is looking for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

The ideal candidate will be available full-time; however, part-time applicants will also be considered for the right person.

The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students with a range of special educational needs both inside and outside of the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff to help create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive.

This role will involve:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning interventions
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional development
• Supporting children with additional communication and sensory needs
• Building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff across all 3 sites
• Helping to create a consistent and structured learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working with children, ideally within an SEN or school setting
• A patient, caring and resilient attitude
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to build trust and positive relationships with pupils
• A calm and adaptable approach to challenging situations
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Commitment, consistency and reliability — these are essential qualities for this role

Qualifications Required Applicants must hold a relevant qualification, such as:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• CACHE qualification
• Childcare or Education-related qualification
• Or equivalent relevant experience and certification

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work within a supportive SEN setting
• Rewarding role making a real difference to children’s education and development
• Flexible consideration for part-time candidates
• Immediate start available
• Ongoing support from Smile Education throughout your placement

If you are a compassionate and committed Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in the Lichfield area, we would love to hear from you.

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