Your Perfect Teaching Role is Waiting for You

Looking to work with children? Our team of recruitment legends are here to help, with connections to over 500 schools across the Midlands, North West and South Yorkshire. We offer permanent, long-term and day-to-day supply work and have been successful in making thousands of teaching and non-teaching professionals Smile - just take a look at our reviews.

Whether you're applying for a leadership, teaching or support services role, applying with Smile is simple. Simply register online to create an account, or for a faster option, choose ‘quick apply’ when viewing a job and one of our friendly consultants will invite you to register with us if you're suitable for the role.

To get a better understanding of our APSCo Compliance+ registration process, check out out 'registering with Smile' blogs which will explain how things work in more detail. Our online registration process is straightforward - 94% of our current supply staff said so!

We’re confident that you’ll find the perfect school job for you on our website, but on the off chance that you don’t, feel free to send your CV our way and we'll have someone get in touch with you to discuss suitable roles for you.

Back to Search

Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant

Posted: 01-08-2025
Category: SEN
Location: Walsall
Type: Full-time / Temporary
Salary: £80 - £110 per day

Smile Education are currently recruiting for a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant to support one of our partner schools in the Walsall area. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced and compassionate teaching assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

About the Role: As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to:

Support children on a 1:1 or small group basis with a range of needs including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and speech & language difficulties
Help pupils access the curriculum by adapting learning activities to their individual needs
Provide emotional and behavioural support, promoting a calm and inclusive classroom environment
Monitor progress and communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external agencies when required
Maintain safeguarding standards and follow school policies and procedures

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about inclusive education and has the skills to support pupils in overcoming barriers to learning.

What We’re Looking For:

A Level 2 or above qualification in Childcare, Education, Teaching Assistant, or Health & Social Care
Recent experience supporting SEND pupils in a school setting (mainstream or special school)
Confident in behaviour management and using de-escalation strategies
A proactive and reliable team player who can also work independently
Holds an enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willing to apply for a new one through Smile Education
Able to provide two references covering the last 24 months, including at least one commenting on your work with children

Why Work with Smile Education?

Dedicated education consultants who understand your needs and preferences
Access to a wide network of schools and opportunities across the West Midlands
Competitive rates of pay and ongoing support
Free CPD training opportunities to further develop your skills
Friendly and professional service focused on finding the right fit for both you and the school

How to Apply: If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in the Walsall area, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV or get in touch with the Smile Education team to discuss the role further.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

Back to list »