TA wolverhampton

About Us:
We are a dedicated and inclusive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school located in Wolverhampton, committed to providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for our students. Our mission is to empower children and young people with diverse needs to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and adapt teaching strategies to meet students’ unique needs.
• Assist with classroom activities, including preparing resources and supporting learning objectives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment that encourages student engagement and confidence.
• Work on a one-to-one basis or with small groups to provide additional learning support.
• Monitor and record student progress, sharing observations with teachers and parents as required.
• Support students with personal care and mobility where necessary (training will be provided if needed).
• Promote social and emotional development through positive reinforcement and relationship-building.

About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A genuine passion for working with children and young people with SEN.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and resilience to support students through challenges.
• A proactive and flexible approach to working within a team environment.
• A DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience working with children or young people in a school, care, or similar setting.
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Understanding of SEN, including autism, ADHD, and other developmental or learning challenges.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience:

• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or willingness to work towards it).
• Experience in using communication systems such as Makaton, PECS, or AAC.
• First Aid or safeguarding training.

How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about helping children with SEN thrive, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply by attaching a copy of your CV.