Job type
TemporaryLocation
WolverhamptonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
100+
SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism, SEMH & Complex Needs | Special Schools
SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism, SEMH & Complex Needs | Special Schools | Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell & Walsall
SEN Teaching Assistant | Special Needs Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Behaviour Mentor
Are you looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant job where you can genuinely make a difference to the lives of children and young people?
We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Behaviour Mentors and Autism Support Workers to work within a number of specialist schools across Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell and Walsall.
These full-time opportunities are ideal for experienced Teaching Assistants, as well as individuals from backgrounds including care work, youth work, residential childcare, sports coaching, mental health support and children's services.
Whether you are an experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant or looking to transition into education, we want to hear from you.
SEN Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs)
- ADHD
- Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
- Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
- Complex Learning Needs
- Challenging Behaviour
- Physical Disabilities
You may support pupils on a:
- 1:1 basis
- Small group basis
- Whole-class basis
No two days are the same, making this a highly rewarding role for those passionate about supporting young people to reach their full potential.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH and complex additional needs
- Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning interventions
- Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
- Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
- Encouraging independence, confidence and life skills
- Helping pupils engage with learning and achieve their targets
- Working closely with teachers, therapists and support staff
- Promoting a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment
We Are Looking For
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Special Needs Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- SEND Teaching Assistants
- Behaviour Mentors
- Autism Support Workers
- Children's Support Workers
- Residential Support Workers
- Care Workers
- Youth Workers
- Sports Coaches
- Mental Health Support Workers
- Psychology Graduates
- Criminology Graduates
- Education Graduates
Successful applicants will demonstrate:
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Patience, resilience and empathy
- A proactive and positive approach
- The ability to remain calm under pressure
- Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
Why Apply?
- Competitive weekly pay
- Full-time and long-term opportunities
- Permanent opportunities available
- Work within highly supportive special schools
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your journey
- Opportunities across Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and the wider Black Country
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Apply Today
If you're looking for a Teaching Assistant job in a special school, an SEN Teaching Assistant vacancy, a Behaviour Mentor role, or a Learning Support Assistant position in Wolverhampton, Dudley, Sandwell or Walsall, apply now.
Send your CV and let us know:
✅ Your experience working with children or vulnerable adults ✅ Your availability ✅ Your preferred working locations ✅ Whether you're seeking temporary, long-term or permanent work
Make a real difference every day and start your journey within a rewarding special school environment.
