At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEN and help them thrive in a busy school environment.
- Company: Join a high-performing secondary academy with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Benefits: Enjoy a positive work culture and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible role with excellent career growth potential in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while working in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills; GCSEs in Maths and English preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 35892 £ per year.
Area: Administration (Support)
Closing date for applications: 21/06/2026
Term time – 39 weeks (38 weeks plus 5 Inset days) 36.5 hours per week
Thomas Telford UTC is a high performing secondary academy and a member of one of the highest performing MATs in the country. We expect and strive for the highest standards in everything we do in both teaching and support roles. You will enjoy working in state‑of‑the‑art facilities, with a calm, positive and respectful environment. Teachers receive wonderful support from all levels of staff. Thomas Telford UTC was established in September 2020 to provide the young people of Wolverhampton and the surrounding region a unique combination of excellent academic achievement and first‑class preparation for their future.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint a well organized, skilled and professional person to support students with SEN and other students that require support to progress within the school in September 2026. If you are passionate about young people, enjoy variety in your role and thrive on working in a busy environment this is a great opportunity for you. The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, relate well to young people. It is desirable but not essential to have Mathematics and English GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent).
Working as part of a team is a crucial aspect of the role within many different departments, so you must have a flexible attitude to react to different situations throughout the school day and the ability to use your own initiative within the learning environment.
To Apply
Please complete our application form, which is available on our website where you can also view the full job description at www.thomastelfordutc.com.
T: 01902 872180
E: sfrost@thomastelfordutc.com
The UTC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS enhanced clearance for the UTC.
Contact: Sharon Frost
Thomas Telford UTC
Springfield Campus
Cambridge Street
Wolverhampton
West Midlands
WV10 0JR
Tel: 01902 872180
Email: sfrost@thomastelfordutc.com
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