Teaching Assistant – Full Time & Part TimeWolverhampton • Walsall • WillenhallStart Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time or part-time (All part‑time applicants must be available 8:30am–3:30pm)Spring is here, the flowers are blooming, and it’s the perfect time for a fresh start! If you’re passionate about helping children and young people grow, flourish, and thrive, these exceptional specialist schools across Wolverhampton, Walsall, and Willenhall are searching for dedicated Teaching Assistants to hop into their wonderful teams. Working in these settings isn’t just rewarding — it’s a chance to bring light, warmth, and new beginnings to young people who need it most. About the SettingsLike an Easter basket filled with variety, these settings support pupils with a wide mix of needs, including:
1. Severe or profound learning difficulties
2. Autism andmunication differences
3. SEMH needs and behavioural challenges
4. Physical, sensory, or medical needs
5. Developmental delays andplex needs
6. Young people who struggled in mainstream schooling
What ties all these environments together is a nurturing, calm and uplifting holiday‑season spirit — a place where every milestone is celebrated like finding a golden Easter egg. Facilities That Help Pupils BloomDepending on the provision, staff may work in beautiful, well-equipped spaces such as:
7. Sensory-friendly or specialist classrooms
8. Dedicated therapy rooms (SALT, OT, physio, SEMH)
9. Breakout and regulation spaces
10. Outdoor learning areas filled with colour and activity
11. Assistive technology andmunication tools
12. Vocational and life-skills areas
13. Calming sensory rooms perfect for emotional regulation
Each setting is thoughtfully designed to help children feel safe, supported, and ready to blossom — just like spring. About the RoleAs a Teaching Assistant, you’ll be a key part of each pupil’s journey, helping them grow in confidence,munication and independence. Your role includes:
14. Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups
15. Delivering personalised, engaging learning activities
16. Using visuals, routines, sensory strategies andmunication tools
17. Supporting emotional regulation and wellbeing
18. Building positive, trusting relationships
19. Assisting with personal care where required
20. Working closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff
Every day brings moments as heartwarming as a spring sunrise. Who We’re Looking ForYou don’t need previous specialist school experience — just the right qualities:
21. Warm, patient, nurturing andpassionate
22. Calm, resilient and reliable
23. Passionate about helping children with additional needs
24. A positivemunicator who builds trust
25. A team player with a sunny disposition
26. Willing to learn and grow
27. Able tomit to full school days
Experience in SEN, care, early years or behaviour support is a bonus — like an extra Easter treat — but not essential. What You’ll Gain
28. Supportive induction and high-quality training
29. A weing, uplifting, family-feel team
30. Long-term stability
31. Excellent CPD and development opportunities
32. A deeply rewarding role with visible daily impact
33. The chance to make a life-changing difference
There’s no better time than spring for a new chapter — and this could be yours. How to Apply (Important – Please Read)To apply, please send your CV directly to Claire in the first instance. Your CV must clearly outline your experience of working with children within the UK, including:
34. Settings worked in
35. Responsibilities held
36. Age groups supported
Please note: CVs from applicants without UK-based experience working with children will not receive a response. This is essential for safeguarding,pliance and school requirements. #4785358 - Claire Cochrane