Teaching Assistant - Special Schools (Day-to-Day Supply)Walsall | Flexible Working | Immediate Starts AvailableAre you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker looking for flexible work in specialist education?Hays Education is working with a number of special schools across Walsall that require reliable and enthusiastic day-to-day support staff to help cover staff absences, sickness and training days.These schools support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:

• Autism (ASC)
• Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH)
• Communication and Interaction Needs
• Complex Medical Needs

The RoleAs a Day-to-Day Teaching Assistant, no two days will be the same. You may be:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis
• Working with small groups of learners
• Assisting with personal care where required
• Supporting communication using visuals, PECS or Makaton
• Helping pupils access learning activities
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Working alongside teachers, therapists and support staff

What We're Looking ForWe would love to hear from candidates who have:

• Experience working with children or young people
• Experience within special schools, mainstream schools, care settings, nurseries, residential homes or community support roles
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

What You'll Get

• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Free safeguarding and CPD training
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of SEND settings
• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant
• Potential pathways into long-term and permanent school positions

LocationWe work with schools across:Walsall, Bloxwich, Aldridge, Brownhills, Pelsall, Willenhall, Darlaston, Wednesbury and surrounding areas.Apply TodayIf you're looking for rewarding work where you can genuinely make a difference to the lives of children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now or contact Claire Cochrane at Hays Education for an informal discussion about the opportunities available.

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