Teaching Assistant

Gsl Education; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist provision in Dudley (DY5). The role involves supporting pupils aged 3–19 with complex needs, including severe learning difficulties, autism, and PMLD, within a nurturing environment where safeguarding is embedded.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, supporting personalised learning plans, and help manage challenging behaviours while promoting independence and social development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN, SEMH, or complex needs is desirable.
• Patient, resilient, and caring approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist with personalised learning programmes.
• Help manage challenging behaviour in a calm and supportive manner.
• Promote independence, communication, and social development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate approach

Job description

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Dudley (DY5)
GSL Education | Full-Time | Temp to Perm Opportunity

GSL Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work within a well-established specialist provision in Dudley (DY5). This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with complex needs, severe learning difficulties, autism, and profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD).

This setting caters for pupils aged 3–19, offering a highly personalised curriculum designed to support both academic progress and life skills development. You will be joining a nurturing environment where safeguarding is embedded throughout and staff work closely with families to ensure every learner is prepared for their next stage in education or adulthood.

Your Role

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with personalised learning programmes
• Help manage challenging behaviour in a calm and supportive manner
• Promote independence, communication, and social development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with SEN, SEMH, or complex needs (desirable but not essential)
• A patient, resilient, and caring approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners

Requirements

• Must be registered with GSL Education before full school details are disclosed
• Must hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to apply for one
• Relevant qualifications or training are advantageous but not essential

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Opportunity to make a real difference in Dudley (DY5) schools

If you’re looking for a rewarding role in Dudley (DY5) where you can truly impact young lives, we’d love to hear from you.