SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted 26/10/26
Walsall, West Midlands, West Midlands
90 - 115 per day
Starts: ASAP
About the Role
Join a forward-thinking school in Walsall, West Midlands, seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to begin immediately. This specialist primary setting focuses on providing exceptional support for children with complex learning needs, including ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. You will play a vital role in enabling pupils to thrive, working closely with individuals on a 1:1 basis and facilitating small group activities. This position offers flexible contract options, ranging from daily supply and short-term placements to long-term and permanent opportunities, with a competitive daily rate of £90 - £115.

Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
* Facilitate engaging small group learning sessions for children with diverse complex needs.
* Implement strategies to support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
* Assist children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in their daily learning.
* Support the development of communication skills for pupils with speech and language difficulties.
* Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.

About You
* You possess a genuine passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
* You have demonstrable experience working with complex learning difficulties such as ASD and ADHD.
* You are skilled at adapting your approach to meet individual pupil requirements effectively.
* You exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* You are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive educational setting.
* You hold relevant qualifications or experience in supporting primary aged children with SEN.

Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of primary school children requiring specialist support. You will become part of a welcoming and collaborative team dedicated to pupil success and continuous professional development. Embrace a role where your contributions are highly valued and directly impact the learning journey of every child.

Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.

Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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