Smile Education are recruiting for an experienced 1:1 SEN teaching assistant to work in a first school within the Bromsgrove area, full time until the end of the academic year with a child in reception. This SEN Teaching Assistant role will run for the full academic year and offers an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, values-led school environment that places pupils at the heart of everything it does. The school is a friendly, inclusive primary school with a strong community ethos. Staff work closely together to ensure pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The school promotes high expectations, positive behaviour, and a nurturing learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. As a SEN teaching assistant, you will: * Working within the nest with other senior members of staff * Provide classroom support under the direction of the class teacher * Support pupils with varying abilities, including those needing additional support * Help maintain a positive, engaging learning environment * Work collaboratively with teachers and other teaching assistants Requirements * Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (ideal) * If no qualification, a minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a school is essential * Previous experience as a teaching assistant in a primary school setting or SEN setting * Strong behaviour management and communication skills * Commitment to supporting children’s learning and development * Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply) Why Apply? * Full-time teaching assistant role for the full academic year * Pay in line with scale * Long-term stability within a supportive school * Opportunity to gain valuable experience across different key stages * Friendly, welcoming staff team If you are a passionate and reliable teaching assistant looking for a long-term role within a supportive first school, we would love to hear from you, apply today or email your CV to (url removed) SM1LET We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications