SEN TA – 1:1 Support for ASC/SLCN – Wolverhampton

Balfor Recruitment; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Wolverhampton from September 2026. You will support pupils with SEN, ASC and SLCN, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance to access the curriculum.

The role offers a competitive daily rate of £95–£100 and flexible Full-Time or Part-Time hours. Ideal candidates will have prior SEN experience, strong communication skills and a calm, patient approach within a supportive educational setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a SEN TA – Essential.
• Experience working within a SEN or specialist school setting – Essential.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC) and/or SLCN.
• Experience providing 1:1 SEN support.
• Adaptability and resilience when supporting pupils with a range of individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Supporting children and young people with Autism (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).
• Helping pupils to develop their communication, social and emotional skills.
• Adapting and modifying lessons, learning resources and classroom activities to suit individual ability levels.
• Building positive, trusting and professional relationships with pupils.

Skills

SEN TA experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Balfor Recruitment is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Wolverhampton from September 2026. You will support pupils with SEN, ASC and SLCN, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance to access the curriculum.

The role offers a competitive daily rate of £95–£100 and flexible Full-Time or Part-Time hours. Ideal candidates will have prior SEN experience, strong communication skills and a calm, patient approach within a supportive educational setting.