Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs - September 2026 StartSpecial Schools Across Wolverhampton, Dudley, Walsall, Sandwell & BirminghamLooking for a rewarding career where you can truly change lives?Hays Education is recruiting passionate, dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistants to work within a variety of Special Educational Needs (SEN) Schools, Alternative Provisions and Specialist Settings across the Black Country and West Midlands from September 2026.Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or come from a background in care, youth work, support work, sports coaching, residential care or behaviour mentoring, we would love to hear from you.Why Work in a Special School?Every day is different. You'll play a vital role in helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, build independence and achieve their full potential.You'll support pupils with a range of additional needs, including: • Autism (ASC) • ADHD • SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs) • Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) • Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) • Communication & Interaction Needs • Complex Needs • Challenging Behaviour • Physical Disabilities Your Responsibilities Will Include: Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assisting with classroom learning and engagement Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation Building positive relationships with pupils, staff and families Encouraging independence, confidence and social development Supporting learning both inside and outside the classroom Helping to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environmentWe Are Looking For People Who: • Are passionate about supporting children and young people. • Have experience working with SEN, SEND or vulnerable learners. • Can remain calm, patient and resilient in challenging situations. • Are positive role models who can build strong relationships. • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills. • Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Previous Experience Could Include: • Teaching Assistant • SEN Teaching Assistant • Learning Support Assistant • Behaviour Mentor • Learning Mentor • Youth Worker • Support Worker • Residential Support Worker • Care Worker • Sports Coach • Nursery Practitioner • Family Support Worker • Childcare Professional • Inclusion Support Worker What Hays Education Can Offer: Competitive rates of pay Long-term, short-term and permanent opportunities September 2026 starts available Access to free training and CPD Dedicated specialist SEN recruitment consultant Opportunities across specialist schools, PRUs and alternative provisions Flexible working options availableApply TodayIf you're looking for a rewarding Teaching Assistant role within a special school and want to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.Register with Hays Education today and secure your September role before the new academic year begins.Keywords:SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs, SEND Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Autism Support Worker, Behaviour Mentor, SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEN Jobs Wolverhampton, SEN Jobs Dudley, SEN Jobs Walsall, SEN Jobs Sandwell, SEN Teaching Assistant Birmingham, Special School Jobs, Alternative Provision Jobs, Learning Mentor Jobs, Support Worker Jobs, September Education Jobs, Teaching Assistant Vacancies. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk