Sen Teaching Assistant

Description:

We are looking to recruit a caring, committed, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Lichfield. This is a full time position starting in September 2026, with the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff for the right candidate.

About the School

This inclusive primary school is dedicated to creating a positive learning environment where every child is supported to achieve their best. The school prides itself on providing excellent support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and works closely with families and outside agencies to ensure children receive the care and guidance they need.

The staff are passionate about delivering high quality education while encouraging pupils to grow in confidence, independence, and resilience.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and the SEND team, you will provide one to one support, deliver small group interventions, and help adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children, is patient and compassionate, and is committed to helping every pupil reach their potential.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide support for pupils with Special Educational Needs throughout the school day.

* Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons.

* Deliver one to one and small group interventions to support learning and development.

* Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.

* Adapt classroom activities and learning resources where needed.

* Support pupils with their emotional wellbeing and social development.

* Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, parents, and external professionals.

* Observe and monitor pupil progress and share updates with teaching staff.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is caring, reliable, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

The successful candidate will have:

* A degree, or be in their final year of university, in any subject, or relevant experience working with children or young people.

* Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is desirable but not essential.

* A calm, patient, and understanding approach.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

* A genuine passion for helping children succeed both academically and personally.

What the School Offers

* A welcoming and supportive school community.

* Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development.

* The chance to gain valuable experience supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.

* Support from experienced teachers and SEND professionals.

* The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's education and wellbeing.

* The possibility of securing a permanent position.

If you are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and are looking for a rewarding full time opportunity starting in September 2026, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join this fantastic primary school in Lichfield and help make a positive impact on young people's lives

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