Details:
- Salary: £92.63 - 110 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Lichfield Staffordshire
- Date: 14 hours ago
Description:
Teaching Assistant
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Full Time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
A welcoming and inclusive SEN school in the Lichfield area is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team on a part‑time basis, with the opportunity to increase working days as the role develops.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, including autism, communication difficulties, SEMH needs, and learning delays. You will play a key role in creating a supportive, structured, and engaging learning environment where every child can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide one‑to‑one and small‑group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs
* Assist teaching staff in delivering adapted and accessible learning activities
* Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
* Follow individual learning plans (ILPs) and personalised support strategies
* Build positive, nurturing relationships with pupils and staff
* Contribute to a safe, inclusive and encouraging classroom environment
About You
We would love to hear from you if you are:
* Experienced working with children or young people, ideally in an SEN setting
* Patient, compassionate, and confident in supporting individual learning needs
* Able to build trust and rapport with pupils who require additional support
* Adaptable and proactive with a positive, supportive attitude
* Looking for part‑time work with the option to increase days when available
* Holding (or willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS
Why Apply?
* Supportive, inclusive SEN school in the Lichfield area
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference
* A role that can grow with your skills and availability