SEND Teaching Assistant in Walsall, West Midlands

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 outcomes

Ideal 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 potential

Why 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 setting

Next 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.