Teaching Assistant Job

SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support & Learning MentorFull-Time | September 2026 Start | WolverhamptonAre you experienced in sports coaching, youth work, mentoring, support work, residential care, or working with young people who need additional support?Do you have the resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence to help young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?Hays Education is recruiting on behalf of a specialist secondary setting in Wolverhampton for a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils aged 11-19 with a range of additional needs including Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties, Communication & Interaction needs, and associated behavioural challenges.The RoleYou will work closely with teaching staff to:

• Support pupils in lessons and around the school environment.
• Build positive relationships with young people.
• Encourage engagement, motivation and independence.
• Support behaviour regulation and emotional wellbeing.
• Promote positive social interactions and communication skills.
• Act as a positive role model throughout the school day.

We Would Love To Hear From You If You Have Experience As A:

• Teaching Assistant
• Behaviour Mentor
• Learning Mentor
• Sports Coach
• Youth Worker
• Residential Support Worker
• Children's Care Worker
• Classroom Support Assistant
• Inclusion Support Worker
• Family Support Worker
• Community Worker
• Military Veteran with experience supporting young people

The Ideal Candidate Will:✅ Be confident building relationships with young people.✅ Have strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.✅ Be resilient, patient and approachable.✅ Enjoy working as part of a team.✅ Have experience supporting children or young adults with SEN, SEMH, Autism or additional learning needs.✅ Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.What You'll Receive

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Full-time, long-term opportunity.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Dedicated support from Hays Education.
• The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people every day.

Apply NowWhether your background is in education, youth work, coaching, care, mentoring or community support, this could be the perfect opportunity to transfer your skills into a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role.Keywords: SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Learning Mentor, Autism Support, SEMH, Youth Worker, Sports Coach, Support Worker, Special Educational Needs, Teaching Assistant Jobs Wolverhampton, SEND Jobs, School Support Staff, Alternative Provision, Special School Jobs.

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