SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant
Walsall
£100-£115 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity)

Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN School in Walsall. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The school supports pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and complex learning needs.

The successful candidate will be patient, resilient, and enthusiastic about making a positive difference, providing tailored academic, social, and emotional support to pupils throughout the school day.

About the Role
Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and the wider support team, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEND
Supporting pupils to access learning activities tailored to their individual needs and abilities
Implementing strategies outlined within pupils' Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive engagement with learning
Managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
Building strong, trusting relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries
Supporting pupils with personal care where required, in line with individual care plans
Monitoring pupil progress and providing regular feedback to teaching staff
Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure positive outcomesIdeal Candidate Profile

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is highly desirable
Experience working within an SEN school, mainstream school, Alternative Provision, or similar setting would be advantageous
A good understanding of ASC, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, or other additional needs
Patient, compassionate, and resilient, with a nurturing approach
Confident supporting pupils with varying communication and learning needs
Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
Able to adapt to individual pupil needs and remain calm under pressure
Reliable, proactive, and committed to a long-term role
Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potentialWhy Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term opportunity offering stability and genuine career progression
Opportunity to secure a permanent position within the school
Weekly pay through a straightforward digital system
Free CPD opportunities, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, Safeguarding, SEMH, and Positive Handling
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a specialist education settingNext Steps
Apply today with your CV, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Elliott at Long Term Futures.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking to develop their experience within specialist education while making a lasting impact on pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

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