SEN Teaching Assistant Specialist Support - Bloxwich
Position: Full‑Time, Long‑Term (Term Time Only)
Salary: GBP90‑95 per day (Weekly Pay depends on experience)
Start Date: Immediate / Next Term
Are you a compassionate, patient individual who believes that every child, regardless of their barriers, deserves an inspiring education? Join our specialist network as an SEN Teaching Assistant and provide the vital support needed to help students with additional needs thrive.
Small Steps, Big Victories: Impact Where It Matters Most
We are seeking dedicated SEND Specialists to work with students across all ages who have a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), or Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD). This role is perfect for those who value connection over curriculum and celebrate the unique progress of every individual learner.
- Tailored Support: Work 1:1 or in small groups to make learning accessible, using sensory play, visual timetables, and personalised communication tools.
- Specialist Career Growth: Gain invaluable experience in a high‑demand field, perfect for those pursuing careers in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or SEN Teaching.
- Meaningful Work: Experience the immense reward of helping a student reach a milestone, whether a social breakthrough, a new communication skill, or an academic achievement.
- Weekly Pay: Competitive daily rates of GBP90‑95, paid every Friday via Randstad.
Your Role as an SEN Advocate
- Personalised Learning: Follow and implement EHCP goals, adapting classroom activities to meet the specific sensory and cognitive needs of the student.
- Communication Support: Utilise alternative communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, or AAC devices to give every child a voice.
- Emotional Regulation: Act as a calm, consistent presence, recognising early signs of distress and using sensory breaks or de‑escalation strategies to support the student's wellbeing.
- Collaborative Care: Work closely with the Class Teacher, SENCO, and external therapists to ensure a holistic approach to the child's development and safety.
Essential Requirements
- Exceptionally Patient: Understand that progress can be non‑linear and have the resilience to support students through challenging moments.
- Relevant Experience: From a school, care setting, personal experience with family, or volunteering with SEND charities.
- Team Player: Take direction from specialists while using own initiative to support the students' daily routine.
- Committed: Hold an enhanced DBS on the updated service (or are willing) and dedicate 100% to safeguarding.
