Sen Teaching Assistant

Connex Education Partnership; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time role

Training portal access

Recruiter support

Experience in specialist education

Job summary

Connex Education Partnership is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a Dudley school on a full-time, long-term basis. You will support pupils with a range of SEN needs, including autism and ADHD, providing 1:1 and small-group assistance.

We value patient, caring individuals who are comfortable with personal care and daily routines. A TA qualification is desirable but not essential; you will have access to ongoing training and supportive guidance from a dedicated

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a classroom setting.
• Comfortable providing personal care.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• TA qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and communication needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.
• Assist with personal care, including toileting and changing where required.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and daily routines.
• Work closely with teachers and other support staff.
• Help create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Personal care

Patience

Communication

Behaviour management

Passion for SEN

Education

TA qualification desirable

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Dudley

Location: Dudley
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £92.56-£100.00 per day

£92.56-£100 Per Day | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding, full-time role in Dudley? We are currently recruiting a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a school setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and reach their full potential.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, learning difficulties and communication needs.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support in the classroom.

• Assisting with personal care, including toileting and changing, where required.

• Supporting pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and daily routines.

• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.

• Helping create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is essential.

• Must be comfortable providing personal care.

• Patient, caring and resilient approach.

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.

• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.

• Relevant TA qualification is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer:

• £92.56-£100.00 per day.

• Full-time, long-term opportunities.

• Consistent Monday-to-Friday school hours.

• Access to a wide range of free training courses through our online portal.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across specialist education settings.

If you have SEN experience, are comfortable with personal care and want to make a real difference to a child's education, we would love to hear from you.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Support Workers and Care Assistants with relevant SEN experience.

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.