SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Wolverhampton

Job Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £95–£100 per day

The School & Role

Are you an experienced and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Wolverhampton ? Do you have experience supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Autism (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) ?

Balfor Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Wolverhampton from September 2026. This role would suit a dedicated Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant or 1:1 Teaching Assistant with experience working in a specialist education setting.

The school supports pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs , with a particular focus on Autism (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) . The school provides a supportive, nurturing and therapeutic environment designed to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The setting offers a range of specialist facilities and approaches to support pupils’ individual needs, including a sensory garden designed to enrich learning and provide opportunities for exploration, communication and connection.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider school team to provide 1:1 and small-group support , helping pupils access the curriculum, develop communication and social skills, manage their emotions and build confidence and independence.

Key Responsibilities

As a SEN Teaching Assistant , your responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• Supporting students with emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SEN staff to support individual learning needs.
• Adapting and modifying lessons, learning resources and classroom activities to suit individual ability levels.
• Helping pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities.
• Building positive, trusting and professional relationships with pupils.
• Acting as a consistent and supportive key adult for identified pupils.
• Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring pupil engagement, progress and development.
• Providing regular feedback to teachers regarding pupil progress, behaviour, engagement and any challenges.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, support staff and families to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

Requirements

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant or 1:1 Teaching Assistant – Essential .
• Experience working within a SEN or specialist school setting – Essential .
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism (ASC) and/or Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) .
• Experience providing 1:1 SEN support .
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent – desirable.
• A nurturing, patient and empathetic approach to supporting children and young people.
• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm and consistent under pressure.
• Adaptability and resilience when supporting pupils with a range of individual needs.
• Excellent communication skills when working with pupils, teachers, support staff and families.
• A genuine passion for SEN education and helping pupils overcome barriers to learning .

What You’ll Get in Return

• Competitive daily rate of £95–£100 per day .
• Full-time or part-time opportunities available.
• A September 2026 start.
• The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist SEN school in Wolverhampton .
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ASC and SLCN .
• The opportunity to develop your skills in SEN education, 1:1 support and specialist teaching .
• Support from an experienced education recruitment consultant throughout your placement.
• Access to further teaching and education support opportunities through Balfor Recruitment.

Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to appropriate vetting, including a DBS check.

Balfor Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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