Location: Bilston
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Pay Rate: Competitive daily rate dependent on experience
Smart Education is currently recruiting for a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a secondary SEMH school in Bilston.
This is a rewarding temp-to-perm opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs and helping them achieve both academically and personally.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to provide tailored support to secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour.
You will help create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment while building positive relationships that encourage confidence, independence, and emotional regulation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEMH needs
Support students both inside and outside of the classroom
Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
Support pupils with social skills, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
Help maintain a safe and structured learning environment
What’s on Offer
Competitive daily pay rates
Opportunity to secure a permanent role
Supportive and experienced school team
Ongoing training and professional development
Rewarding role making a real difference to young people
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience working with children or young people with SEMH needs
Strong behaviour management skills
A calm, patient, and resilient approach
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for supporting young people
About Smart Education
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, placing professionals into temporary and permanent roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND staff, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children
Salary description
£95.20 - £110.00 per day