KS1 Teaching Assistant - SEN​/SEND; PDA

Position: KS1 Teaching Assistant - SEN / SEND (PDA Support
Wolverhampton 🕒 Full-Time | Term-Time Role | Immediate Start Available
Are you a caring, creative, and playful Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are recruiting for a KS1 Teaching Assistant to support a young pupil with a PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile within a specialist school setting in Wolverhampton.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for SEN support, autism awareness, and child-centred learning approaches.

About the SEN Teaching Assistant Role You will work on a 1:1 basis alongside an experienced TA, supporting a Key Stage 1 pupil who is re-engaging with education after time away from school.

The approach is low-demand, relationship-led, and play-based, focusing on emotional wellbeing rather than structured academic expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting a pupil with PDA and autism-related needs
Creating a calm, safe, and enjoyable school environment
Delivering low-pressure, child-led activities and play-based learning
Building trust and supporting emotional regulation
Working collaboratively within a specialist SEN team
Adapting your approach to meet individual needs and communication styles

Ideal Candidate - SEN Teaching Assistant (PDA Support)
We are looking for someone who is:

Patient, nurturing, and naturally playful
Experienced or interested in SEN, SEND, Autism, or PDA strategies
Comfortable working in a low-demand, non-directive environment
Able to build strong relationships and rapport quickly
Flexible, calm, and responsive to changing needs
A team player with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, or Support Worker is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply for This Teaching Assistant Job?

Rewarding opportunity in a specialist SEN school setting
Supportive and experienced team environment
Opportunity to gain experience in PDA, autism, and trauma-informed practice
Make a real impact on a child's confidence, wellbeing, and school journey
Competitive daily rate (depending on experience)
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