At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a nurturing classroom environment.
- Company: Welcoming infant school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension contributions, holiday pay, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Easily accessible by public transport with on-site parking available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare/teaching support required.
The predicted salary is between 19500 - 19500 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming infant school in the WS5 area from September. You will be based in one of two specialist SEN classrooms, each supporting up to 10 pupils from Nursery to Year 2. Pupils have a range of additional needs, primarily Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Global Developmental Delay (GDD). The provision is led by an experienced SEN teacher and supported by a dedicated team of teaching assistants, creating a well-supported and collaborative working environment. This is a full-time, ongoing position starting in September, offering the opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive school environment.
Required Skills and Experience for this SEN Teaching Assistant role:
- Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in childcare/teaching support
- Strong behaviour management skills and experience supporting children with additional needs
- Experience working in Primary Schools as a SEN Teaching Assistant or LSA
- A DBS on the update service or issued in the last 12 months
- UK school-based experience
- A minimum of 2 excellent references
Working for Flourish Education as a SEN Teaching Assistant you will receive:
- Competitive Salary – Up to £100 per day depending on experience, which equates to £19,500 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year
- Pension Contributions
- Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
- KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training, inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
- Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Regular contact and support throughout the registration process and once you are at work from your own dedicated consultant
The school is easily accessible by public transport from areas such as Walsall, Willenhall, and Wolverhampton, and also offers on-site parking for staff. If you are a SEN Teaching Assistant interested in this role, please apply now or call Charly today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Walsall employer: Flourish Education
Flourish Education is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Year 6 Teachers in a welcoming primary school just outside Nuneaton. With competitive salaries, comprehensive training opportunities, and a strong commitment to safeguarding, employees can thrive both professionally and personally while making a meaningful impact on young learners' lives.
