SEN Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Walsall; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant is needed in Walsall to support children with Special Educational Needs in a nurturing primary school. This full-time role offers a competitive daily rate and the chance to make a real impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Gain valuable experience

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification.
• Have recent experience with children with SLD, MLD, ASD, and Complex Needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Educational Needs.
• Provide tailored support in a primary school setting.

Skills

Experience with SLD

Experience with ASD

Experience with Complex Needs

Education

NCFE

CACHE

NVQ Level 2 or 3

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Walsall
Duration: Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary: £85 – £125 per day

About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and making a real difference in their lives? We’re looking for a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and nurturing primary school in Walsall. The school provides tailored support to children aged 4-11 with ASD, SLD, and Complex Needs. This is a full-time, ongoing role that will run until the end of the academic year.

What We’re Looking For:
To be successful in this role, you should:

• Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification (e.g., NCFE, CACHE, or NVQ Level 2 or 3)
• Be eligible to work in the UK or a UK resident
• Have experience working with children with SLD, MLD, ASD, and Complex Needs
• Be familiar with the full curriculum and assessment frameworks
• Have recent experience (within the last 2 years) of working with children
• Possess a current DBS registered with the update service, or be willing to apply for one

Why Join Us?

• Competitive daily rate and a rewarding role where you can truly impact a child’s educational journey.
• Gain valuable experience working in a dynamic school setting, enhancing your professional skills.
• Join our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme and earn £200 in vouchers when you refer someone to us!

About Balfor Recruitment:
Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience placing skilled staff across the public, private, and non-profit sectors. We specialise in providing quality staff for roles such as:

• SEN Teachers and Teaching Assistants
• Primary and Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
• Nursery Nurses and Assistants
• FE Lecturers, Note Takers, and BSL Signers

Next Steps:
Click “Apply Now” to submit your updated CV for consideration. If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you’re exploring other opportunities, get in touch with us for a confidential chat about your career!

Important Information:
Balfor Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to Safer Recruitment practices. All appointments are subject to employment checks, including a DBS check.