SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time, Term Time)
Location: Near Hagley
Start Date: ASAP
Smile Education are recruiting on behalf of a specialist Alternative Provision near Hagley for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with severe and complex needs in a nurturing, creative and outdoor-focused environment. Every day is different – students rotate 1:1 support to help them develop communication and life skills in a truly unique setting.
The Role
Provide 1:1 support for children with severe and complex needs.
Rotate across students to promote engagement, communication, and independence.
Spend around 60% of the time outdoors in specialist facilities including:
Blacksmiths workshop
Woodwork studio
Forest school land
Farm with animals
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and therapists to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.The School Offers
A supportive, close-knit team passionate about SEND education.
A creative and therapeutic learning environment.
The opportunity to work in a hands-on, practical and highly rewarding role.Candidate Requirements
Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (desirable).
A patient, resilient and compassionate nature.
Willingness to be outdoors and take part in practical learning activities.
Commitment to working full-time, term time only
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications