SEND Teaching Assistant – Walsall
Location: Walsall
Pay: £90-100 per day
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term
Start Date: September 2025
Make a real difference every day.
We’re seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a specialist school in Walsall. This is a full-time, long-term role starting in September, with genuine opportunity for development and impact.
You’ll work closely with pupils who require additional support due to autism, social, emotional or mental health needs (SEMH), and other complex learning profiles. Your ability to remain calm, consistent and supportive will be key in helping them access learning and build confidence in the classroom.
Role responsibilities:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support throughout the school day
- Implement strategies to promote focus, regulation and participation
- Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff
- Support teachers with behaviour management and inclusive learning approaches
- Contribute to a safe, supportive and well-structured learning environment
Requirements:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (school, care or youth work settings welcome)
- Confident communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to remain calm, empathetic and professional in challenging situations
- A proactive, reliable and resilient approach to working in education
What Protocol Education offers:
- Weekly pay through PAYE—no umbrella companies or hidden fees
- Free access to the CPD Academy for professional development
- FREE Thrive training to support emotional wellbeing in schools
- Personalised support from your dedicated local consultant
- Opportunities across mainstream, SEND and alternative education settings
Why this role?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that values its support staff and provides a stable, welcoming environment. If you want to work where your input is respected and your skills truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now
Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV or contact Alanna on 01902 313822 or alanna.scarle@protocol-education.com for more information about this role and others like it in your area.
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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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