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SEN Teaching Assistants (ASC Focus) – Primary & Secondary – Bushbury, Wolverhampton
? Location: Bushbury, Wolverhampton
? Full-Time | Long-Term
? Start Date: ASAP
? Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Are you experienced in supporting young people with autism and ready to join a passionate, specialist team? We’re working closely with a well-respected specialist school in Bushbury, Wolverhampton, seeking several committed SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary and secondary phases.

This is a full-time position in a setting that supports pupils aged 5 to 19 with ASC and associated communication and sensory needs. The school offers an incredibly nurturing environment with high staff-to-pupil ratios, ensuring each student receives personalised attention – typically 1:1 or 1:2 support.

What Makes This Role Different:

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You’ll be part of a small, focused team in classes of no more than 6–8 pupils

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Work closely with teaching staff, speech & language specialists, and behaviour teams

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Emphasis on routine, communication, emotional regulation, and life skills

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A real opportunity to build long-term relationships and see meaningful progress in learners

Ideal Candidate:

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Experience supporting learners with ASC in either a school or care setting

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Level 2 or above in Supporting Teaching & Learning or equivalent – desirable but not essential

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Strong understanding of sensory processing needs and communication strategies

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Calm, consistent, and confident approach to managing behaviour and transitions

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Able to engage pupils through routine, structure, and visual learning tools

Day-to-Day Duties:

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Supporting pupils on a 1:1 or 1:2 basis within the classroom

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Assisting with tailored learning activities and communication tools such as PECS or visual schedules

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Helping pupils with personal development, social skills, and emotional regulation

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Working closely with the teacher and therapists to implement support plans

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Occasionally supporting with personal care or mobility needs, depending on the class

The School Offers:

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A highly supportive leadership and SEN team

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Ongoing training in autism strategies and interventions

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A respectful, team-oriented atmosphere

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Consistent, long-term placements with potential for permanent opportunities

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If you have the experience and passion to support children and young people with autism, we’d love to hear from you. Join a school where every small step forward is celebrated.

? Submit your CV today or get in touch to discuss the role further