January 2026 School Jobs

4735035
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Black Country
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Sen
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    Higher than average

Why Hays Education?

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Whether you're a teacher, teaching assistant, mentor, behavioural specialist, cover supervisor, or admin professional — I want to hear from you.

I’m Claire Cochrane, Senior Business Director, and I’ve been recruiting for special schools across Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, and Sandwell for nearly 20 years. I work exclusively with many of these schools, meaning the roles I recruit for won’t be advertised anywhere else.

Current and Upcoming Opportunities:
  • Teachers (SEND, SEMH, PMLD, ASD)
  • Teaching Assistants (1:1, classroom support, EHCP experience)
  • Mentors & Behavioural Specialists
  • Cover Supervisors
  • Admin & Office Support Staff
Why Work With Me?
  • Exclusive access to roles in special schools
  • Personalised support based on your skills, passions, and availability
  • Long-term and short-term placements tailored to your preferences
  • A trusted recruiter who never truly switches off — even during half term!

What I Need From You:
To help match you with the right opportunity, please send:
  • Your CV
  • A brief overview of your availability
  • Your passions and current situation
  • Your expectations for a new role starting January 2026 (or sooner)

Hear From Others:
“Claire is tireless in seeking opportunities for me and takes into consideration everything I ask for. I couldn’t have hoped for anyone better to support me.”
“She is professional, kind, supportive and helpful. I wouldn’t want to work with anyone else.”
“Claire found me a well-suited long-term placement at a brilliant school. It’s been a pleasure to work with her.”

Let’s Connect
Even while I’m on annual leave during October half term, I’ll be available via email and text. I’ll be happy to arrange a time to speak once I’m back.

Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-cochrane-b41a0339/

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Talk to Claire Cochrane, the specialist consultant managing this position

Located in Wolverhampton, 1st Floor, Derwent House, 42 - 46 Waterloo RoadTelephone 01902 429 867
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