Teaching Assistant Lichfield

18 hours ago

Lichfield, Staffordshire, United Kingdom SEIN CIC Full time

Teaching Assistant – Job Description (2:1 Support Only)

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our educational team and provide 2:1 learning support alongside a qualified teacher. This role involves supporting individual learners during their sessions—there is no group work involved. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to helping children progress emotionally and academically, particularly those with additional or special educational needs.

Responsibilities

  • Work directly alongside the teacher to support one learner at a time in a 2:1 setting.
  • Assist in preparing and adapting learning materials to meet the individual student's needs.
  • Support the learner during one-to-one tasks by reinforcing instructions, modelling skills, and promoting engagement.
  • Observe and record progress, sharing key information with the teacher to inform next steps.
  • Promote a calm, positive, trauma-informed learning environment.
  • Support the learner with emotional regulation, transitions, confidence-building, and readiness to learn.
  • Communicate professionally with parents or guardians when required regarding learner participation and wellbeing.
  • Work collaboratively with the teacher, SEND staff and other professionals to support students with additional needs.
  • Maintain accurate records related to attendance, observations and support notes.

Requirements

  • Experience working with children in an educational, support, or SEN environment.
  • Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
  • Experience supporting Functional Skills or basic literacy/numeracy is desirable.
  • Knowledge of SEND strategies and special educational needs support is highly beneficial.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to follow guidance from the lead teacher.
  • Patience, empathy, and a supportive approach to working with children.
  • Ability to maintain a nurturing and inclusive environment.
  • Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, SEN, or a related field are advantageous.

If you are passionate about supporting children in a focused, individualised learning environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Part-time – 6 hours per week (2 hours per day)

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Flexitime

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/12/2025

Reference ID: TA0426

Expected Start Date: 06/01/2026

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: From £20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 6 per week

Work Location: In person

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