SEND Teaching Assistant – Walsall

Location: Walsall (WS2 & surrounding areas) Type: Full-time Salary: £88–£95 per day (depending on experience and/or qualifications) Start Date: Immediate / Ongoing

The School and Role

ABC Teachers are recruiting committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistants to support several specialist and mainstream schools across Walsall, including provisions for SLD, PMLD, ASC and SEMH.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and specialist staff to support children and young people with a wide range of additional learning needs. Your role will involve adapting resources, providing 1:1 support, facilitating communication, and helping to create a calm, safe and engaging learning environment.

You will play a vital part in promoting independence, emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour, ensuring every pupil is given the best opportunity to learn and develop.

The Ideal SEND Teaching Assistant Will Have:

At least 6 months’ experience supporting children or young adults with SEND (or personal experience of SEND support)

A compassionate, patient and proactive approach

Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

The ability to work well as part of a team

A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Training, guidance and ongoing CPD can be provided for candidates new to SEND.

As a SEND Teaching Assista...