Teaching Assistant Post-16 SEND

Teaching Assistant – Post-16 SEND – Dudley (Monday to Thursday)
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? A well-resourced post-16 SEND provision in Dudley is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team, working with students aged 16–19 on a one-to-one and small group basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping young adults with learning difficulties, Autism, or complex needs to develop their independence, communication, and life skills. The successful Teaching Assistant will be joining a welcoming team of experienced staff who are committed to providing high-quality support and learning opportunities for every student.

Job Role:

• Supporting post-16 students with special educational needs on a 1-2-1 and small group basis.
• Assisting students with academic learning, communication, and personal development.
• Working closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored support.
• Promoting independence and confidence in everyday activities.
• Helping to maintain a calm, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• Contributing to lesson activities and monitoring student progress.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in a SEND or post-16 setting.
• Knowledge of supporting students with Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties, or complex needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, positive, and empathetic approach to supporting young people.
• Availability to work Monday to Thursday on a long-term or ongoing basis.

In Return You Will:

• Join a dedicated and supportive team focused on making a difference.
• Working reduced hours 08:30 - 14:30
• Receive guidance from experienced staff and access to training opportunities.
• Work in a setting with excellent facilities and resources.
• Be part of a rewarding environment where no two days are the same.

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Teaching Assistant vacancies or refer a Teaching Assistant and ask about our excellent referral scheme.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.