Sen Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive primary school in Walsall. This is a full-time opportunity starting in March 2026, with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the School

This friendly primary school in Walsall is known for its inclusive ethos and nurturing learning environment. The school is committed to supporting every pupil’s development and ensuring that children with additional needs receive the personalised support they require to thrive both academically and socially. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive and engaging atmosphere where all pupils feel valued and supported.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with additional learning needs and helping them access the curriculum effectively.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs

* Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and differentiated lessons

* Adapting learning materials and activities to suit individual learning and behavioural needs

* Encouraging confidence, independence, and active participation in the classroom

* Working closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support

The Ideal Candidate

* A graduate or final-year student from any subject background

* Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided

* Patient, caring, and resilient, with a genuine passion for inclusive education

* A reliable and proactive team member with strong communication skills and a willingness to develop professionally

What the School Offers

* A friendly and supportive primary school community

* Access to ongoing training and professional development

* Valuable experience within a primary SEN setting

* The opportunity to make a positive and lasting impact on pupils’ learning and wellbeing

If you are passionate about helping children with additional needs succeed and would like to build your experience within a supportive primary school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position is previous experience working in a school setting.

Sprint Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Sprint Education

Sprint Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. Specialists in SEND support for mainstream and SEN schools.

What Sprint Education offer

* Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.

* Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).

* Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).

* Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

* Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.

* Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Sprint Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community