Teaching Assistant

Job description

Location: DudleyHours: 8:30am – 3:30pmPay Rate: £95.15 – £110.25 per day

Smart Education is currently recruiting a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across two specialist school sites in Dudley, catering for students aged 3–19 with complex needs, SLD, autism, and PMLD.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in a supportive and nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide personalised support tailored to each pupil’s individual needs.

You will support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping to develop communication, independence, confidence, and life skills within a safe and engaging learning environment.

• Competitive weekly pay
• Free CPD training and professional development
• Holiday pay
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Opportunity to work within a highly supportive specialist setting

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, SLD, autism, or PMLD
• A patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, placing professionals into temporary and permanent roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND staff, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors across the Midlands.

All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children.

If you are passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs and want to make a lasting impact, apply today with Smart Education.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stourbridge

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £95.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

14-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English