Secondary Teaching Assistant

Smile Education are proud to be working in partnership with Endeavour Multi Academy Trust to recruit several Level 3 Teaching Assistants for one of their Secondary Special Schools based in Tamworth.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant, inclusive and supportive learning community that is committed to making a real difference in the lives of young people.

About the School
The school is a generic special school for pupils aged 11–19 with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). It provides a nurturing and structured environment where students with a range of additional needs are supported to develop independence, confidence and essential life skills.

Mission
To encourage and support everyone in the learning community to be the best they can be. The school operates within strict ethical and equitable guidelines — because it matters.
Vision
The school fosters leadership, equity, diversity and respect. Students are encouraged to recognise both their strengths and their challenges, within a community where every learner is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support students of secondary age (11–19)
Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Confidently support students with a range of additional needs
Manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour calmly and effectively
Promote independence, resilience and positive engagement
Get fully involved in school life and enrichment activities
Work collaboratively as part of a dedicated staff team
Be a positive role model with a proactive, “can-do” attitude

Candidate Requirements
✔ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
✔ Recent UK school-based experience
✔ Experience supporting pupils with additional needs
✔ Confidence working with secondary-aged students
✔ Ability to commit full-time on a long-term basis
✔ Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
✔ Ability to provide references covering the last 2 years
✔ Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Why Apply?
Join a supportive and values-driven Multi Academy Trust
Make a meaningful impact in a specialist secondary setting
Work within a nurturing, inclusive environment
Be part of a team that genuinely values collaboration and professional growth

If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and want to be part of a school where every individual matters, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Smile Education to find out more.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications