Role: SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: WolverhamptonContract Type: Full-time, PermanentHours: 40 hours per week, Term Time onlySalary: £11.72 p/hr - £12.78 p/hr depending on experience (£19370 to £21,122.66)We are currently seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to join an innovative provider of education and care for children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities.The school offers a bespoke education provision for up to 80 pupils aged 5-19 who have ASC/SEMH needs and is based in Wolverhampton. The curriculum is creative and personalised for the pupils to ensure that we provide them with the best opportunities to succeed.The RoleAs a Teaching Assistant, your role is to support the children with their learning and general wellbeing to ensure every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment. Where necessary this may include supporting with care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management, adopting a tailored approach to the individual child.You will support the class teacher and contribute to providing high quality, challenging and differentiated educational activities and experiences through supporting the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aiming at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning.Skills and Qualifications:

Experience working with SEN in an employed or voluntary setting
Full UK driving licence and access to your own car desirable
GCSE Maths and English Level 3 or above qualification is essential.
A recognised qualification at Level 2 or above in Support work for Teaching and Learning in Schools or an equivalent is desirable
Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
Ability to adapt
The desire to put the child first and treat them as an individual
Be positive and creative in assisting to meet pupils’ individual needs

What’s on offer?

Full training and continued support
Life assurance and pension
Health cash back plan
Car lease scheme
Bike to work scheme
Perk box – discounts on hundreds of high street retailers and restaurants
Free parking