Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 1 – Complex Needs (Years 6–11) Pay Rate: £19,242 – £19,986 (Actual) Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Hours: 32.5 hours per week | Term-time only Permanent Position | ASAP Start Smart Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant Level 1 to support pupils with complex needs in Years 6–11 within a specialist educational setting in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for someone who is compassionate, proactive, and committed to inclusive education. Benefits of Working as a Teaching Assistant Level 1: • Support pupils with a broad range of complex SEND needs • Be part of a supportive and collaborative staff team • Make a meaningful difference to pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and independence • Work in a positive, inclusive, and nurturing environment • Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and ongoing support • Strong induction programme with training and development opportunities Job Requirements: • Experience working with children or young people with SEND • Previous Teaching Assistant experience at Level 1 desirable • Training in manual handling, positive handling, or similar is advantageous • Patient, empathetic, and committed to inclusive practice • Ability to work effectively within a classroom team and alongside external professionals • Enhanced DBS ...