Smile Education are currently recruiting for several SEND Learning Support Assistants on behalf of a specialist school in Sandwell. The school, located in Oldbury caters for children and young people aged 7–19 with moderate to severe learning disabilities, as well as additional needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Global Development Delay (GDD).
The school is known for its innovative, child-centred curriculum, focusing on six key areas: My Communication, My Community, My Care and Independence, My Creativity, My Thinking, and My Wellbeing. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that prioritises individual needs over a one-size-fits-all approach to learning.
We are looking for individuals who are:
Experienced in supporting students with additional needs, particularly in specialist settings
Patient, caring, and proactive in supporting learners both academically and emotionally
Capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Flexible and well-organised, with the ability to adapt to a range of student needs
Comfortable providing personal care, including toileting and changing, in line with individual requirements
Passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people
Open to development, with the opportunity to gain a Level 2 qualification while in postWhat’s on offer:
Full-time positions starting September 2025
Opportunity to meet with the school team in July for a pre-start visit/trial day
Ongoing career development and training
Supportive, inclusive school environment with a dedicated teamIf you’re committed to supporting pupils with special educational needs and are ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please call Danielle on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications