Special Needs Teaching assistant

Where: Oldbury

Pay: GBP95.89 - GBP108.21 per day

Who: Level 2/3 Learning Support Assistant

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist complex needs setting in Oldbury.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs by providing support, care, and encouragement throughout their educational journey.

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, Early Years, Health & Social Care, or a related field, and will be passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm.

Students within the setting are supported to re-engage with education, develop independence and life skills, and receive tailored emotional and learning support. Previous experience supporting individuals with PMLD, SLD, ASD, complex needs, or similar SEN requirements would be highly beneficial.

Contract Details

Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Setting: Complex Needs School

Start Date: October 2026 (potentially sooner)

Duration: Long-term

Contract Type: Temp-to-Perm

Hours: Full-Time

Working Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Pay Rate: GBP95.89 - GBP108.21 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Experience, Training & Qualifications

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching Assistance, SEN, Early Years, or Health & Social Care

Previous SEN experience, either professionally or personally

Understanding of supporting children with additional needs

Ability to assist pupils with mobility and personal care

requirements where necessary

Caring, patient, and nurturing approach

Experience within educational, care, or support-based environments

Strong communication and teamwork skills

To Be Eligible for This Role Through Prospero Teaching, You Must

Have the Right to Work in the UK

Hold, or be willing to obtain, an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service

Provide a minimum of two professional references related to working with children

Additional Information

you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your most recent CV. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business and education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. Successful applicants will be required to complete Prospero Teaching's registration process before commencing employment.

About Prospero Teaching

Proudly recognised as one of The Times Best Companies to Work For, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over 20 years of experience in education recruitment, we work closely with schools, academies, and nurseries across the UK to connect talented professionals with rewarding opportunities. Our APSCO accreditation and industry awards reflect our commitment to delivering an exceptional service and maintaining the highest standards of recruitment practice