1:1 Teaching Assistant – Start January 2026 Location: Dudley Role: Full-time, Long-term ️ Start Date: January 2026 ABC Teachers is seeking a committed and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with complex needs and communication difficulties in a specialist SEND school in Dudley. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person’s development. About the Role In this role, you will work closely with an individual pupil, offering consistent, tailored support to help them access learning, build confidence, and develop key communication and life skills. Targeted Support: Provide one-to-one and small group assistance to ensure pupils are fully engaged in their learning. Ongoing Commitment: Be available for a long-term role, bringing stability and consistency to learners. Inclusive Approach : Promote a nurturing and respectful environment where every student feels supported. About the School • A specialist setting supporting students with communication difficulties, sensory needs and autism • Warm, inclusive, and well-resourced environment where pupils can flourish • A collaborative team committed to promoting engagement, emotional well-being, and individual progress About You • Experience supporting children with SEND—particularly complex needs or communication difficulties—is highly advantageous • Relevant qualifications—such as Health & Social Care, Youth Work, or Supporting Teaching & Learning—are beneficial but not essential • Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport • Able to provide suitable references and obtain an enhanced DBS check ✔️ What we offer As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from: Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). Social and networking events. Pension contributions. CPD to help with your professional development. Access to a dedicated consultant. About us We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply If you are a Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, please contact the SEND Team on or email abcsupport