Teaching Assistant

Description

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and celebrating their progress, no matter how big or small? Join rewarding schools and specialist education settings across Lichfield as a SEN Teaching Assistant.

Each child learns differently, so your ability to adapt, build trusting relationships, and recognise meaningful milestones – whether academic, social, or practical – is highly valued. If you enjoy helping pupils communicate, gain independence, and manage transitions, this could be the next step in your career.

This opportunity is perfect for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants seeking regular work, as well as those who prefer more flexibility in their working patterns.

What’s in it for you?

A choice of full-time, part-time, and flexible assignments

Long-term positions and shorter-term cover

Opportunities to support SEND and specialist settings

Experience across different ages and levels of need

Broaden your knowledge of diverse SEND approaches

Make a genuine impact on pupils’ day-to-day wellbeing and progress

The Role

Your focus will be to help pupils feel secure, understood, and ready to engage with their education. Depending on the needs, you may:

Work alongside individual pupils throughout their school day

Support small groups with structured learning tasks

Help pupils communicate choices, feelings, and needs

Break learning into manageable steps

Use visual timetables, sensory resources, or alternative communication methods

Support children with Autism and various learning needs

Work with those with SLD, PMLD, or complex needs

Assist pupils with transitions or changes to routine

Encourage self-help skills and greater independence

Promote positive behaviour and regulation strategies

Record observations and share progress with teaching staff

Follow individual EHCP targets and support plans

Skills and Experience

Minimum 6 months’ experience with children or young people with SEND

Experience in a school, specialist provision, or similar education environment

Understanding of Autism and additional learning needs

Experience with complex needs, SLD, or PMLD beneficial for some roles

Ability to remain calm, patient, and consistent

Confidence adapting communication to individual pupils

Willingness to get xjnqpsq involved in all aspects of school life

Good teamwork and communication skills

A Teaching Assistant or SEND qualification is advantageous, but suitable experience is valued

References covering your most recent 24 months

Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Location and Package

Lichfield and surrounding areas

Opportunities starting from October 2026

Temporary, contract, and long-term assignments available

Full-time, part-time, and flexible work options

If you understand that the smallest achievements can often be the most significant milestones for a child, this role offers a chance to make a real difference in their educational journey. Apply now to explore SEN Teaching Assistant opportunities across Lichfield

Ad ID: 5419101629