Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Teaching Assistant!

Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB

Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Monday 8:15am - 4:30pm, Tuesday - Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only

Start: November 2026

Note: UK applicants only – no sponsorship available.

About the Role

At The Wenlock School, we believe that our students deserve more than just academic support; they need encouragement, understanding, and someone who truly believes in their potential. We are on the lookout for a compassionate and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and help students with additional needs achieve success in both education and life.

This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity where no two days are the same. You'll help students build confidence, develop independence, and overcome barriers to learning. Whether it’s helping a student engage in learning, develop social skills, manage their emotions, or achieve a personal milestone, you’ll play a vital role in their journey.

If you’re patient, resilient, and passionate about helping young people thrive, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been searching for!

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting students with their learning, emotional wellbeing, and personal development.
• Building trusted relationships that help students feel safe, valued, and confident.
• Working alongside teachers to deliver engaging and meaningful learning experiences.
• Encouraging independence, resilience, and positive behaviour.
• Delivering targeted support and interventions to help students overcome barriers to learning.
• Creating a nurturing environment where every student can achieve their potential.

What We’re Looking For

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent required.
• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a SEND, care, education, or support setting.
• Patience and resilience, with the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Strong relationship-building skills to inspire confidence in young people.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for making a difference in students' lives every day.

About Us

Opened in 2018, The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school for students aged 7–18 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. We are committed to transforming lives through creativity, care, and commitment.

At Wenlock, you’ll be part of a dedicated community that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we empower students to succeed and build the foundations for a brighter future.

As part of Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, and more.

We are proud to be part of OFG Education, recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for six consecutive years.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people.

Benefits Include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. OFG Education is committed to a fair and thorough recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

dudley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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