SEN Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education are working with a specialist SEND school in Solihull who are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant from September 2026 until Easter 2027.

The school provides specialist support for pupils with additional needs and the role will involve working with students who may have Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and complex learning needs. You will work closely with specialist teachers to provide structured support and help pupils regulate their emotions, engage with learning and develop independence.

Solihull has a range of dedicated special schools and specialist provision for children and young people with SEND.

Job Role:

• Provide individual and small-group support
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs
• Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour
• Help pupils access specialist learning programmes
• Follow individual education and behaviour plans
• Support communication and social development
• Encourage independence and confidence
• Work alongside specialist teachers and other support staff
• Provide consistent support throughout the school day

Required Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN
• Experience within a specialist school or SEND environment
• Knowledge of Autism, ADHD and SEMH
• Experience supporting challenging behaviour
• Understanding of emotional regulation
• Calm, patient and consistent approach
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a specialist team

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 role is based in Solihull and is easily commutable from Shirley, Knowle, Dorridge, Olton, Hall Green, Sheldon, Birmingham and surrounding areas.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a specialist school position, apply now or contact Ellie at Flourish Education for more information.

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.