SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Academic Choice is currently recruiting caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in primary and secondary schools across the West Midlands.

This rewarding role involves providing one-to-one support, helping pupils to access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential within a supportive school environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, working 1:1, you will:

?Provide dedicated one-to-one support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech & Language needs and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

?Support pupils both in and outside the classroom.

?Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to implement individual support plans.

?Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.

?Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils thrive both academically and emotionally.

What Were Looking For

?Experience working with children or young people with additional needs is desirable but not essential.

?A calm, patient and compassionate approach.

?Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

?A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN.

?An enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

?The right to work in the UK.

What Academic Choice Offers

?Flexible work to suit your availability.

?Daily supply, short-term and long-term placements.

?Competitive rates of pay.

?Opportunities to work in a variety of supportive schools.

?Ongoing support from a friendly and experienced education recruitment team.

?Valuable experience that can lead to permanent opportunities within schools.

If youre looking for a rewarding role where you can positively impact a childs educational journey every day, wed love to hear from you.

Apply today and join Academic Choice in helping every child reach their full potential.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stourbridge

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

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