Teaching Assistant 1-1 SEN Support in Tamworth

What skills and experience we're looking for:

• A genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy and a positive attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of pupils.
• Experience working with children with SEN is desirable but not essential.
• Teaching assistant qualification or equivalent.

What the school offers its staff:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment.
• A beautiful rural setting.
• Opportunities for professional development across the Trust.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.
• The chance to work within a team who truly care.

Further details about the role:

We are seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to provide specific 1:1 support for a pupil in Year 3 with a diagnosis of Autism (ASD), alongside delivering small group interventions for the wider class. The focus of this role is to help the pupil access the curriculum, manage their daily routine, and develop their independence, while also boosting attainment for other children through targeted academic groups.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1:1 Support: Support a Year 3 pupil with ASD in accessing learning. This includes managing transitions, implementing sensory breaks, and utilizing visual timetables to reduce anxiety.
• Academic Support: Deliver daily 1:1 and small group sessions in Phonics, Literacy, and Numeracy, following the teacher's planning.
• Social & Emotional: Support the pupil’s social interaction with peers during break times and group work, modeling positive play and communication.
• Interventions: Lead small intervention groups for other Year 3 pupils to close gaps in reading and maths.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO to review Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and adapt resources to suit the child’s specific learning style.

The Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for someone who is patient, resilient, and passionate about inclusive education. You should have:

• Experience working with children with Autism and an understanding of sensory needs and potential triggers.
• Confidence in delivering Phonics sessions (knowledge of Little Wandle Phonics is desirable).
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills to support Key Stage 2 curriculum content.
• The ability to build a strong, trusting bond with a specific child while maintaining professional boundaries.
• A team-player attitude, essential for working in a small school environment.

For a school visit, please contact the school directly on 01827383245. For further information please visit www.tssmat.staffs.sch.uk/job-vacancies. Interviews will be held on the 12th February 26.

Commitment to safeguarding:

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical, online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.