Location: Walsall WS1
Daily Rate: £(Apply online only)
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm
Make a real difference in a supportive primary school.
Long Term Futures are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in WS1, Walsall, supporting children with autism and speech, language and communication needs (SLCN).
You'll work with pupils who benefit from additional structure, communication support and targeted interventions, helping them access learning, build confidence and become more independent. The role combines 1:1, small-group and classroom support, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building strong relationships with pupils while remaining part of the wider school community.
In this role, you will:
Support primary-aged pupils with autism and SLCN
Deliver targeted speech, language and communication activities
Use visual timetables, prompts and structured routines
Support social interaction, emotional regulation and independence
Provide 1:1 and small-group interventions
Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and wider support teamYou'll need:
A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Previous experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEN.
Experience with Autism and/or Speech and Language Needs.
A calm, patient and adaptable approach.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Why Work with Long Term Futures?
Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
No day-to-day supply - full-time consistency in one school.
Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and further professional development/refreshers.Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process
Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
SEN Teaching Assistant | SEND Teaching Assistant | Primary School | Autism (ASC) | Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN) | 1:1 SEN Support | Small Group Support | Communication Support | SEN Interventions | Visual Support | Emotional Regulation | EYFS | KS1 | KS2 | Walsall | WS1 | Full-Time | Long-Term
Salary description
£110.00 - £120.00 per day