SEN Teaching Assistant

Empowering Learning; Walsall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Walsall is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a part-time role. The successful candidate will provide 1:1 support to a pupil with special educational needs, including Autism and ADHD, within a nurturing school environment. This role offers the chance to make a significant positive impact on a child's educational journey.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting children with SEN in a school or care setting.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 tailored support to a pupil with SEN, helping to meet their educational and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and specialists to implement EHCP targets effectively.
• Build trusting relationships with the child and act as a consistent and positive presence.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Nurturing attitude

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 qualification

Level 1 Safeguarding qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Walsall
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: 90- 105 per day (depending on experience)
Contract: Temporary, ongoing
Hours: Part Time (8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Wednesday)

Are you a calm, compassionate individual looking to make a meaningful difference in a child's educational experience? Empowering Learning is currently seeking a reliable and skilled 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism, ADHD, PDA, and Dyslexia.

This role is based in a warm and inclusive primary school located in Walsall, offering a supportive team environment and a strong focus on individual pupil development. You'll work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external agencies to provide targeted support and help the child thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 tailored support to a pupil with SEN, helping to meet their educational and emotional needs
  Collaborate with teachers, SENCo, and specialists to implement EHCP targets effectively
  Modify lesson materials and resources to ensure accessibility
  Build trusting relationships with the child and act as a consistent and positive presence
  Support the pupil's participation, confidence, and engagement in all aspects of school life

Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant in our client's school you will:

• Prior experience supporting children with SEN in a school or care setting
  Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  A minimum of a Level 2 qualification
  Level 1 Safeguarding qualification
  A patient, nurturing, and adaptable attitude
  Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

This is a fantastic full-time opportunity for someone looking to support children with additional needs in a focused and rewarding 1:1 capacity.

If this sounds like the right role for you-or someone you know-apply today.

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