SEN Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education are recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Bewdley , starting in November 2026 and continuing until June 2027 .

The setting provides specialist education for pupils with a range of complex and additional needs. These can include SEMH, Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and behavioural needs . The successful candidate will provide structured support and help pupils remain engaged with learning and develop their independence.

Experience within a specialist school, alternative provision, residential setting or similar SEN environment would be beneficial.

Job Role:

• Support pupils with complex and additional needs
• Work with students with SEMH, ASD and ADHD
• Provide individual and small-group support
• Assist pupils with emotional regulation
• Support positive behaviour and classroom routines
• Help pupils access their individual learning programmes
• Follow behaviour and support plansWork alongside specialist teachers and other professionals
• Encourage independence and positive social development

Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN
• Specialist education experience is desirable
• Understanding of SEMH, ASD and ADHD
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour
• Ability to remain calm and consistent
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Resilient and patient approach
• Commitment to supporting pupils with complex needs

Benefits of Working with Flourish Education:

• Competitive daily pay based on experience
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension contributions
• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Dedicated consultant support
• Regular contact throughout your placement

Location

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is based in Bewdley and is easily commutable from Kidderminster, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcester, Bridgnorth, Bromsgrove, Hagley and surrounding areas .

If you have SEN experience and are looking for a longer-term role within a specialist school.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.

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