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SEN Teaching Assistant Part Time

Posted: 01-10-2026
Category: Teaching Assistants
Location: Wednesbury
Type: Part-time / Temporary
Salary: £95 - £115 per day

SEN teaching assistant – part time – WS10

Smile Education is currently recruiting for an experienced SEN teaching assistant to support a pupil within a primary school in the WS10 area. This is a part-time opportunity working every Thursday and Friday, making it ideal for an experienced teaching assistant looking for consistent and regular school-based work.

The role

You will be supporting a pupil with additional educational needs, helping them access their learning and develop both academically and socially. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing consistent support and helping the pupil feel confident and settled within the school environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing 1:1 support to help the pupil access classroom learning
Supporting the pupil with their academic, social and emotional development
Helping the pupil remain engaged and focused during lessons
Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Building a strong, trusting and consistent relationship with the pupil
Encouraging independence, confidence and positive interaction
Adapting your approach to meet the individual needs of the pupil
Supporting classroom activities and working alongside the class teacher
Communicating effectively with the class teacher and wider school team
Helping create a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment

We are looking for an experienced SEN teaching assistant who is passionate about supporting children and able to build strong, positive relationships.

The ideal candidate will be:

Experienced working with children with SEN
Patient, calm and consistent in their approach
Confident supporting children with additional needs
Comfortable supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
Proactive and willing to get involved
Reliable and committed to working every Thursday and Friday
Able to work effectively as part of a wider school team
Passionate about helping children develop their confidence and independence

Previous experience supporting children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs would be desirable.
Why work with Smile Education?

Regular opportunities within local schools
Dedicated consultant support
Access to day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities
Opportunities to develop your experience within SEN education
Support throughout your placement

This is a great opportunity for an experienced SEN teaching assistant looking for a consistent part-time role within a primary school.
Location: WS10

Days: Every Thursday and Friday
Hours: 8:30 - 3:30

Apply now to register with Smile Education and discuss this opportunity.

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

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