Secondary Teaching Assistant

Smile Education is seeking a committed and confident Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded Secondary SEN school in Wolverhampton from January, working on a full-time basis.
About the Role We are looking for an individual who can:

Provide tailored support to students with a range of Special Educational Needs across Key Stage 3 through to 6th Form.
Confidently manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour, using positive and restorative behaviour approaches.
Fully immerse themselves in school life, helping to create a supportive and engaging environment for all learners.
Bring a positive, resilient attitude to enhance students’ academic progress, confidence, and overall school experience.

About the School
A welcoming and highly respected SEN provision within the Wolverhampton community.
Caters for students from KS3 to 6th Form, offering a personalised and structured curriculum.
Known for its inclusive ethos, supportive leadership team, and strong relationships with parents and carers.

Requirements To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

A relevant qualification linked to working with children, education, or additional needs.
Proven UK school experience, with a reference specifically commenting on your interaction with children or young people.
An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new one through Smile Education.
Confidence, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people with diverse needs.

Next Steps If successful, you will be invited to attend an interview with Smile Education, where compliance checks and safeguarding procedures will be completed.
If you are enthusiastic, adaptable, and motivated to make a real difference in a specialist secondary setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a fantastic team and support students in Wolverhampton to thrive.

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