SEN Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 17,339 - 19,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay ranging from £88.92 to £100.00

Holiday Pay

Pension Contributions

Free safeguarding training

Dedicated consultant support

CPD opportunities

Job summary

A reputable education provider is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Kidderminster. This full-time role involves providing 1:1 support for an autistic child in Year 4, adapting tasks and strategies to help the child thrive in a mainstream setting. Ideal candidates should have experience supporting autistic children, possess a Level 2 qualification, and exhibit patience and empathy. Competitive daily pay, benefits including holiday pay, and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification required.
• Previous experience in a school setting with autistic children.
• Ability to provide calm and consistent support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to ensure the child feels safe and confident.
• Support communication and engagement using appropriate strategies.
• Work closely with teachers and external professionals.

Skills

Experience supporting autistic children

Calm and patient approach

Strong relationship-building skills

Good understanding of SEND

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant, with previous experience supporting SEN children?

A fantastic and welcoming Primary School in Kidderminster is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for an Autistic child in Year 4, who is transitioning from an SEN school to mainstream Primary. This SEN Teaching Assistant role is a full-time position, starting after the Easter break, and continuing on a long‑term basis until the end of the academic year. Working hours will be 8:30 am to 15:15, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and wider support staff to ensure the child can fully access the curriculum and develop both academically and socially within a nurturing classroom environment.

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day to help the child feel safe, supported, and confident within a mainstream classroom environment.
• Supporting communication, understanding, and engagement using autism‑appropriate strategies, such as clear language, visual supports, and structured routines.
• Supporting access to the curriculum by adapting tasks, breaking learning into manageable steps, and reinforcing instructions as needed.
• Encouraging the development of independence, confidence, and emotional regulation, while promoting positive inclusion with peers.
• Supporting social interaction and play during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times such as break and lunchtime.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, and external professionals to ensure consistency and continuity of support.
• Observing, monitoring, and sharing feedback on progress, challenges, and effective strategies to inform ongoing planning.

To be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you will need:

• A minimum level 2 qualification.
• Previous experience supporting autistic children or pupils with additional needs, ideally within a school setting.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach, particularly during periods of transition or change.
• A good understanding of autism, SEND, and inclusive classroom practice.
• The ability to use structured, child‑centred strategies to support communication, learning, and emotional wellbeing.
• Strong relationship‑building skills with pupils, staff, and families.
• A reliable, professional, and committed attitude, with the ability to provide consistent, long‑term support.

Working as an SEND Teaching assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• £88.92 to £100.00 per day, equating to £17,339 to £19,500 per annum based on a full school year.
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension Contributions
• Free Safeguarding Level 1, Prevent and FGM training
• KCSIE‑compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work
• Your own dedicated consultant who will spend time getting to know you to ensure you are placed in schools that you will thrive in
• Free on‑going CPD opportunities

This SEND Teaching Assistant position is based in Kidderminster, commutable by public transport from local areas such as Bewdley, Stourport and Bromsgrove. Onsite parking is also available.

LEGAL:

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education acts as an employment and business agency.