Support Pupils in a Leading Specialist School in Wolverhampton
We’re working with a highly regarded specialist school in Wolverhampton that supports around 400 students aged 2–19 with a diverse range of complex needs, including moderate learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning disabilities, autism, physical challenges, and communication needs.
As part of a multi-academy trust, the school offers a personalised curriculum and a dedicated sixth form, designed to suit each pupil’s developmental stage and help them engage fully in their learning.
The Role
1. Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to EHCPs and individual learning plans
2. Work alongside teachers, therapists, and care staff to deliver structured, pathway-based learning
3. Assist with communication, sensory and mobility support, personal care, and specialist equipment use
4. Help maintain a safe and supportive environment, aiding behaviour and emotional regulation
What We’re Looking For
5. Experience supporting children or young people in specialist or high-needs settings
6. A calm, professional approach with strong organisational skills and consistency in routines
7. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across disciplines
8. GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion
Desirable Skills & Experience
9. Familiarity with PECS, Makaton, sensory strategies, or similar approaches
10. Training in moving and handling, Team Teach, or behaviour management techniques
11. Experience supporting pupils with medical or physical needs
What You’ll Gain
12. Weekly PAYE salary
13. Ongoing personalised support from a local consultant with specialist expertise
14. Structured CPD aligned with the school’s curriculum
15. Long-term opportunities in a school delivering truly impactful specialist education
If you’re passionate about making a difference for pupils in Wolverhampton and want to join a welcoming, inclusive school community, we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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