Sen Teaching Assistant

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-supported SEN school in Wolverhampton. This full-time role begins in March 2026 and offers the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.

About the School

This specialist school in Wolverhampton provides a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students with a wide range of additional needs. With a strong leadership team and a child-centred approach, the school is committed to supporting pupils’ academic progress, social development, and emotional wellbeing.

The Role

* Delivering targeted one-to-one and small group support for students with special educational needs

* Supporting teachers in planning and delivering differentiated and accessible lessons

* Adapting resources and teaching strategies to meet individual learning and behavioural needs

* Promoting independence, confidence, and positive attitudes towards learning

* Liaising effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure consistent, high-quality support

The Ideal Candidate

* A graduate or soon-to-be graduate from any academic background

* Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable, though not essential (training will be provided)

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

* A strong communicator who works well as part of a team and is eager to develop professionally

What’s on Offer

* A welcoming and supportive school community

* Ongoing training and career development opportunities

* Hands-on experience in a specialist secondary SEN setting

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

If you are committed to helping students with additional needs achieve their full potential, this could be an excellent opportunity to take the 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