SEND Teaching Assistant in Stafford

Smile Education are proud to be recruiting for a number of Teaching Assistants across the Wolverhampton area to support two schools within The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust.

These schools provide specialist support for students with a wide range of SEND needs, including severe, complex and profound needs, autism, learning disabilities and challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding and supportive environment.

About the Trust

The Endeavour Multi Academy Trust believes that learning should be an adventure, rich with opportunities for lifelong learning, personal development, achievement and enjoyment.

• Empowering learners to take an active role in school life
• Promoting equality, diversity, respect and positive relationships
• Delivering personalised curriculums tailored to individual needs
• Supporting students to develop essential life skills for adulthood and employment
• Creating a forward-thinking, ambitious and collaborative learning environment

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students with a range of complex SEND needs
• Assisting in delivering lessons and activities in line with the class teacher
• Working independently and as part of a team
• Supporting with personal care where required
• Promoting positive behaviour and managing challenging situations
• Attending training, meetings and liaising with external professionals
• Fully immersing yourself in school life and contributing to a positive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A passion and determination to support students with SEND
• Recent experience working with children with similar needs