Job description
Teaching Assistant (Positive Male Role Model Desirable)
Location: Wolverhampton
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Agency: GSL Education
GSL Education is seeking a calm, proactive, and engaging SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs in a Wolverhampton school. The ideal candidate will provide stability, encouragement, and consistent support while acting as a positive male role model for a child who requires structured, compassionate guidance.
The pupil presents with a range of SEN needs, including:
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs
- ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
- ADHD
- LAC (Looked After Child) status
- History of placement in a PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)
- Displays challenging behaviour and requires confident, nurturing support
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver 1:1 support throughout the school day for a pupil with complex SEN needs
- Use a calm, patient, and trauma-informed approach at all times
- Support behaviour regulation using approved strategies and de-escalation techniques
- Build a trusting rapport to encourage engagement and participation
- Assist with adapting learning to meet the pupil’s individual needs
- Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction, and independence
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, pastoral teams, and external agencies
- Maintain accurate notes on progress, behaviour, and safeguarding concerns
- Provide structured support during transitions, breaks, and challenging moments
- Be proactive in spotting potential triggers and implementing preventative strategies
Ideal Candidate
- Experience within SEN, PRU, SEMH, or alternative education environments
- Confident supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and physical strength
- Calm, engaging, proactive, and able to remain resilient under pressure
- Training in Team-Teach, MAPA, or similar behaviour management (desirable)
- Passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and improving outcomes
- Strong commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries
Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS Child and Adult Check – Must be on the update service. (We can assist you with a DBS if you do not have one)
- 2x References are a must in order to clear your file with GSL.
- Teaching Assistant – Level 2 Qualification or similar.
GSL Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our roles are subject to relevant checks and procedures. Our advertised teaching roles relate to real vacancies that exist at our client schools.
This is a Temp role but will become permanent for the right candidate.
For further information on the role, please contact Sharan on 07950730581 or sharan.virdee@gsleducation.com
**We offer a £100 referral bonus for every candidate referred to us. (Ts & Cs apply)**