Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Willenhall

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-supported primary school in Willenhall, Walsall. This full-time position begins in March 2026 and offers the opportunity to secure a permanent contract for the right candidate.

About the School

This welcoming primary school in Willenhall provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for children with a range of additional needs. With a strong and supportive leadership team, the school is committed to ensuring every pupil feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential — academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

* Providing targeted one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs

* Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons

* Adapting learning materials and strategies to meet individual academic and behavioural needs

* Supporting pupils in developing independence, confidence, and positive learning behaviours

* Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to maintain consistent support

The Ideal Candidate

* A graduate or soon-to-be graduate (any subject background considered)

* Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable but not essential — full training will be provided

* Patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a genuine passion for inclusive primary education

* A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to professional development

What’s on Offer

* A supportive and welcoming primary school community

* Ongoing training and development opportunities

* Valuable hands-on experience within a primary SEN setting

* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and helping them thrive in a primary setting, this could be the perfect 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.

* 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