Teaching Assistant Post-16 SEND

Teaching Assistant – Post-16 SEND – Dudley
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs as they prepare for life after education? A post-16 SEND provision in Dudley is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team, providing one-to-one and small group support for students aged 16–19 with a range of learning difficulties and special educational needs.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping students develop confidence, communication, independence, and employability skills. You will work alongside experienced tutors and support staff to deliver engaging, practical lessons tailored to individual needs. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is committed to helping every young person reach their full potential.
Job Role:

• Supporting post-16 learners with SEND on a 1-2-1 and small group basis
• Encouraging participation in lessons, vocational training, and enrichment activities
• Assisting students with communication, social, and life skills development
• Providing emotional and behavioural support to promote a positive learning experience
• Working collaboratively with tutors and support staff to ensure consistent, high-quality provision

You Will Need:

• Experience supporting young people with special educational needs (post-16 experience desirable)
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for helping students achieve their goals and develop independence

In Return You Will Receive:

• A supportive working environment with experienced colleagues
• Working Hours 08:30 – 14:30 Monday – Thursday
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people
• Competitive rates of pay and consistent support from The Education Network

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.