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Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Dudley Job Type: Full-Time Long-Term Contract Start Date: October 2026 Are you passionate about making a transformative impact in the lives of children and young people with special educational needs? If you thrive on supporting pupils with complex needs and value the power of specialist education, this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Dudley offers a truly rewarding career move. What's in it for you? Opportunities to gain invaluable experience supporting a diverse range of complex needs, including SLD, PMLD, Autism, physical disabilities, and more. Full-time, long-term contract offering stability and the chance to establish strong relationships within your setting. Work collaboratively with experienced teachers and SEND professionals who will support your development. Rewarding daily work helping students develop essential life skills, confidence, and independence. Play an active role in a setting where no two days - and no two pupils - are ever the same. Contribute meaningfully to every milestone and achievement, not just academic progress but also communication and engagement. The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of severe and complex needs. You'll work 1:1 and in small groups, helping each student access carefully tailored activities. Alongside academic support, you'll foster communication, engagement, social skills and independence. The role offers the chance to be creative and adaptable in your approach, responding to each pupil's unique ways of learning. Responsibilities Deliver 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex SEND. Support access to personalised learning and help adapt resources and activities. Encourage engagement and interaction in lessons and school activities. Promote the development of independence and everyday life skills. Assist with social, emotional, sensory, and communication-based needs as required. Work closely with the class teacher and the wider multidisciplinary team. Follow individual EHCPs and support plans. Help maintain a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment. Support the monitoring and recording of pupil progress and engagement. Uphold safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times. Skills and Experience Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND is essential. At least 6 months' experience in a school or specialist education environment. Confidence in providing both 1:1 and small-group support. Patience, resilience, and a compassionate approach to behaviour and learning. Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and colleagues. Understanding of highly personalised teaching approaches. Valid enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one. Ability to provide references covering your most recent 24 months. This opportunity will ideally suit SEN Teaching Assistants who value celebrating every achievement - from improved engagement to remarkable steps in independence or learning. If you are motivated by seeing pupils develop essential life and communication skills, and want to play a positive, active role within specialist education, apply to take your career further. Satisfactory DBS checks and references are required. The ability to start in October 2026 is essential. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps.

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? This could be your next rewarding opportunity in Tamworth and the surrounding areas! Use your experience to make a real difference to pupils who require extra support with their learning, communication, independence, and emotional development. Whether you are looking for long-term stability or the flexibility of day-to-day assignments, there are a range of roles to suit. What's in it for you? Competitive daily pay of £95 - £109.25 Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities Long-term and day-to-day assignments available Opportunities within specialist SEND education settings Work with pupils with a range of additional and complex needs Develop valuable SEND experience Make a meaningful difference to pupils' education and independence The Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Your duties may include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities Supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD and complex needs where required Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning Supporting communication, engagement and interaction Encouraging independence and the development of life skills Supporting pupils' social and emotional development Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals Following safeguarding procedures at all times Skills and Experience At least 6 months' experience supporting children or young people with SEND Previous experience within a school, specialist school or SEND education setting Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs is highly desirable Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support Understanding of different communication and learning needs Patient, resilient and nurturing approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team Teaching Assistant or SEND-related qualification is desirable Ability to provide references covering your most recent 24 months Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed Location and Package Based in Tamworth and surrounding areas Daily rate: £95.00 - £109.25 Flexible start from October 2026 Contract, temporary, long-term and flexible opportunities available Full-time and part-time options If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant and passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Take the next step and apply to join a supportive, rewarding environment, helping local children flourish.