SEND Teaching Assistant
Wolverhampton
Full time
£26,000 – £31,200 per annum
Vacancy ID
82b12dd5-4263-4066-8996-f53786da6ca9
Job Description
Working alongside class teachers and inclusion staff, SEND Teaching Assistants support pupils with additional needs. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions.
Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
Maintains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience in SEND or behaviour support desirable.
Calm, patient, and emotionally attuned.
Confident in high-energy or dysregulated moments.
Willing to learn therapeutic strategies.
About the School
This Wolverhampton SEND school is rated Good by Ofsted and is widely praised for its exceptional pastoral support. Staff work cohesively to provide pupils with a structured but nurturing environment where challenges are handled with care and consistency. The school values emotional development just as much as academic progress, offering pupils access to therapy spaces, sensory zones, life skills rooms, and outdoor learning areas. The leadership team is hands-on and ensures that all new staff receive mentoring, training, and wraparound support. If you’re passionate about helping young people find confidence and regulation, this school provides the perfect platform.