Teaching Assistant

Description

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive secondary SEN school in Bilston. This is a full-time role starting in February 2026, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the School

This specialist secondary SEN school in Bilston is well regarded for its inclusive, nurturing ethos and strong leadership team. The school is dedicated to supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs, enabling them to develop both academically and personally within a positive learning environment.

The Role

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Providing one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a variety of SEN needs

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Assisting teachers in delivering engaging, accessible, and differentiated lessons

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Adapting resources and approaches to meet individual learning and behavioural needs

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Promoting independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning

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Working closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support

The Ideal Candidate

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Are graduates or soon-to-be graduates from any degree background

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Have previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (desirable, but training will be provided)

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Are patient, resilient, and compassionate, with a strong commitment to inclusive education

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Are proactive team players with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

What You’ll Gain

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A friendly and inclusive school community

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Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

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Hands-on experience within a specialist secondary SEN setting

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The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on young people’s lives

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them to thrive, this role could be an excellent next step in your education career.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position is previous experience working in a school setting.

Sprint Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Sprint Education

Sprint Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. Specialists in SEND support for mainstream and SEN schools.

What Sprint Education offer

* Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.

* Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).

* Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).

* Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

* Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme. xjnqpsq

* Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Sprint Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community

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