Vision for Education are currently recruiting for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to work within an SEN room at a welcoming primary school in Willenhall. This role is for the Autumn Term 2026, with the potential for the position to become permanent for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will work closely with the school's SEN team, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and helping them to access learning, develop their independence and thrive within a supportive environment.

The role
This role will include:

· Working full-time within the school's dedicated SEN room.
· Providing tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
· Supporting individual pupils and small groups with their learning and development.
· Helping pupils to develop their communication, social and emotional skills.
· Supporting pupils with their individual learning plans and targets.
· Assisting with classroom activities, routines and transitions throughout the school day.
· Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
· Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to develop their confidence and independence.
· Working throughout the Autumn Term 2026, with the potential for the role to become permanent.

The school
This position is based in a supportive and inclusive primary school in Willenhall. The school is committed to ensuring that all pupils, including those with additional needs, receive the support and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential.

You will become part of a dedicated SEN team who work collaboratively to create a nurturing, safe and engaging environment for pupils.

Requirements
To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position, you will:

· Have previous experience working with children, ideally within a primary or SEN setting.
· Have experience supporting pupils with SEND or a strong interest in developing your SEN experience.
· Be patient, nurturing and adaptable in your approach.
· Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
· Be confident supporting pupils on an individual and small-group basis.
· Be able to commit to a full-time role throughout the Autumn Term 2026.
· Be interested in the potential for a permanent position.
· Be able to provide two recent and relevant references.
· Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.

Vision for Education 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 Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

We’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

Vision for Education does 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.

What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

· 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.
· FREE training to help with your professional development, including online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
· Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
· Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant based in Willenhall, who is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and would like the opportunity to work within a dedicated SEN setting, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Primary team on 0121 274 0345.

#visionsupport