Teaching Assistant

Smart Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 11–19 with a range of additional learning needs in Wolverhampton.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential in education.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and support teams to assist pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Visual and Hearing Impairments, Physical Disabilities, and Moderate to Profound Learning Difficulties.

The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping to build confidence, communication, independence, and positive engagement in learning.

Job Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant

Support pupils with a range of additional learning needs

Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs

Adapt learning approaches to support pupil engagement

Promote communication, confidence, and independence

Help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment

What's on Offer

Competitive weekly pay

Free CPD training to support your professional development

Holiday pay

A dedicated consultant who understands your career goals and needs

Requirements for a Teaching Assistant

Experience working with pupils with a range of additional needs

Ability to adapt learning materials and approaches to suit individual pupils

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Effective behaviour management and a calm, patient approach

A genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve their potential

Why Choose Smart Education?

Smart Education is a specialist recruitment agency for Education and Early Years, recruiting for both permanent and temporary positions. We place Teaching Assistants, SEND specialists, Teachers, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors across the Midlands.

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking for your next opportunity as a Teaching Assistant, Smart Education is committed to helping you find the right role and supporting you throughout your career.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Apply Now

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to make a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.

Apply now to send your CV over for consideration.

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children