SEN Teaching Assistant Pirmary

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary
Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Start Date: 2 November 2026
Job Type: Full-time, term-time
Salary: £95.00 - £110.00

We are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support primary-aged pupils across Wolverhampton.

We are launching a major recruitment and onboarding campaign for roles to start after October half-term, with interviews and pre-employment checks taking place throughout. Successful candidates will be considered for placements starting Monday 2 November 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced SEN professionals and individuals with relevant transferable skills who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Key Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small-group support to primary-aged pupils with special educational needs.
Support children with autism spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language needs and other learning difficulties.
Assist pupils with classroom activities, learning objectives and personal development.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence.
Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs and other support staff.
Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.Requirements
Previous experience supporting children or young people is desirable.
Experience in a primary school, special school, childcare or care setting is advantageous.
A patient, caring and proactive approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
Willingness to complete the required pre-employment checks.We are particularly interested in candidates who are available to start on 2 November 2026, subject to successful completion of all required checks and confirmation of a suitable placement.

Apply with your up-to-date CV. Please include details of your relevant experience, availability and preferred working arrangements.
We look forward to hearing from candidates who are passionate about making a difference in SEN primary education.

All appointments are subject to role availability, suitability and the necessary pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check where applicable.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications

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