SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 12/05/2026 by Smile Education Recruitment

Location:
Perton
Salary/Rate:
£90 - £110/day Referral Bonus & CPD
SEN Teaching Assistant – Internal Provision

Location: Perton, WV6, Staffordshire
Full-Time | ASAP Start | Until End of Academic Year
Pay: £90-£110 per day

Smile Education is recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to support an internal provision base in a supportive and well-led Perton school.
This is a long-term role ideal for someone experienced with SEND and SEMH needs, looking to make an immediate impact.

What you’ll be doing:
  • Supporting pupils with SEND in a dedicated provision base
  • Working closely with the HLTA
  • Delivering 1:1 and small group support
  • Managing behaviour and supporting SEMH needs
  • Creating a safe, structured, and engaging environment
What we’re looking for:

- Experience supporting SEND pupils (essential)
- Strong behaviour management skills
- Confident supporting SEMH / complex needs

Qualifications required:
  • Level 3 Early Years Educator (EYE)
  • Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
  • Level 3 NVQ in Children’s Care, Learning and Development (CCLD)
  • Level 3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare and Education (Early Years Educator)
  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Children’s Play, Learning and Development
  • Level 3 T Level in Education and Early Years (with placement completed)
  • Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning
  • Level 2 or 3 Specialist Supporting Teaching & Learning
  • Level 2 or 3 Children and Young Persons Workforce
Why apply?
  • Long-term opportunity until July, with potential to extend or secure another long-term role
  • Supportive school and leadership team
  • Competitive pay through Smile Education
  • Dedicated consultant support
Apply now or contact Smile Education today — we’re shortlisting immediately.

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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
Type:
Contract
Start Date:
05/05/2026
Contract Length:
Long-Term until Summ
Job Reference:
CS-51-3
Job ID:
225100799
Applications:
Less than 10

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