We’re looking for a caring and committed Support Assistant to join a friendly mainstream primary school in Wolverhampton, working within their on-site SEND hub. This is a brilliant opportunity to support pupils with additional needs while being part of a wider, inclusive school community.
This role is all about helping children feel safe, supported, and ready to learn, celebrating every step forward along the way.
About the role
The SEND hub supports pupils with a range of additional needs, including learning, communication, sensory, and social development needs. Each child is unique, and support is carefully tailored to help them thrive.
As a Support Assistant, you will:
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Provide one-to-one and small group support within the SEND hub and, where appropriate, in mainstream classrooms.
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Support pupils with learning activities, routines, and transitions throughout the school day.
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Use sensory and practical approaches to help pupils stay engaged and regulated.
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Encourage communication, independence, and positive social interaction.
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Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to provide consistent, nurturing support.
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Help create a calm, structured environment where pupils feel confident to be themselves.
What we’re looking for
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Experience supporting children with SEND, whether in schools, nurseries, or care settings.
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A patient, calm, and empathetic approach, especially during challenging moments.
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A genuine passion for helping children grow in confidence and independence.
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Someone who works well as part of a team and is happy to get involved in school life.
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Flexibility and a positive, can-do attitude.
What we offer
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Weekly pay through PAYE.
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Free access to our online CPD Academy, including SEND and Thrive training.
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who really gets SEND.
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Long-term opportunities in schools that value their support staff.
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Clear pathways to develop your skills and progress within education.
This role offers those lovely moments that remind you why you do what you do, the small wins, the smiles, and the progress that really matters. You’ll be part of a school that values inclusion and knows the difference great support staff make every single day.
Apply now to start a role where you’ll feel supported, appreciated, and genuinely proud of the impact you’re making.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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