Teaching Assistant

SMART Education Recruitment Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE or Umbrella

Job summary

SMART Education Recruitment Ltd is hiring a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex SEND in a specialist Walsall setting. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide nurturing, structured support and help pupils achieve EHCP targets.

With a minimum 6 months' SEN TA experience and DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one), you will assist in lessons, support daily routines, and promote independence while working PAYE or Umbrella.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with complex SEND.
• Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide references covering the previous 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people as an SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Assist in lessons, helping with learning, communication, and daily routines.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to help pupils achieve their EHCP targets.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Encourage independence and wellbeing throughout the school day.

Skills

SEN TA experience

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? If you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant position where you can use your experience and compassion to help pupils thrive, this specialist SEN role in Walsall could be your ideal next step.

What's in it for you?

• Join a specialist school with outstanding staff-to-pupil ratios, ensuring every child receives tailored support.
• Work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team alongside therapists and healthcare professionals.
• Gain valuable experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), physical disabilities, and complex medical needs.
• Flexible payment options available through PAYE or Umbrella.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with high levels of need. You will work collaboratively as part of a skilled team to provide a nurturing, structured environment for pupils with a wide range of complex SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Assist in lessons, helping with learning, communication, and daily routines.
• Work one-to-one or in small groups to help pupils achieve their EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) targets.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals to promote positive outcomes.
• Encourage independence and wellbeing throughout the school day.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 6 months' experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with complex SEND.
• Confident working with children and young people who have physical, medical, or learning difficulties.
• Enhanced Child or Child & Adult DBS (on the Update Service) or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide references covering the previous 24 months.

Location and Package

• Location: Walsall
• Contract: Long-term, starting 1st September 2026
• Daily rate: £95.00 - £109.25 (paid PAYE or Umbrella)

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity is ideal if you're seeking a role where you can make a lasting impact and work within a supportive, specialist environment. If you want to develop your skills while providing vital support for pupils who truly need it, this role is for you.