Teaching Assistant

Position: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Contract)
Job Title:

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Level 2/3 (Complex Needs)

Pay Rate:

£21,606 – £23,437 (Actual)

Location:

Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours:

Full-time | Fixed-term

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a Level 2/3 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with deafness, blindness, non-verbal communication needs, and complex learning requirements. This fixed-term supply role is based in the Stratford-upon-Avon area and requires someone highly resilient, nurturing, and skilled in SEN support.

Benefits of working as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Make a profound impact supporting a pupil with significant, complex needs

• Gain specialist experience within a highly supportive SEND environment

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team focusing on communication, safety, and sensory engagement

• Opportunities for ongoing learning and skill development

• Support and guidance throughout your placement from Smart Education

Job Requirements:

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Previous experience supporting pupils with complex needs (deafness, blindness, sensory impairment, non-verbal learners)

• Ability to use or learn alternative communication methods (e.g., tactile cues, symbols, sensory approaches)

• Calm, patient, and confident working in a high-needs environment

• Able to follow individual support, safeguarding, and care plans

• Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with deafness, blindness and non-verbal communication

• Assist with sensory learning activities, mobility, and engagement routines

• Promote independence, exploration, and emotional regulation

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and external specialists

• Maintain meticulous safeguarding and communication records

• Create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

About Smart

Education:

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults