SEN Teaching Assistant – Creative & Outdoor Learning Focus
Location: Stourbridge
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: £95.13 – £110.23 per day
Smart Education is currently recruiting for a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join an inspiring specialist educational provision in Stourbridge.
This is not your typical classroom-based role. This unique setting provides a creative, therapeutic, and outdoor-focused curriculum designed to support children and young people with complex social, emotional, and educational needs.
If you are someone who enjoys practical learning, thrives in hands-on environments, and wants to make a genuine impact on young people’s lives, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils through engaging and meaningful activities that help build confidence, independence, emotional wellbeing, and life skills.
The curriculum includes a range of practical and outdoor learning experiences such as:
Woodwork
Pottery and textiles
Cooking and food preparation
Gardening and animal care
Outdoor learning activitiesYou will play a key role in helping students feel safe, supported, and motivated to engage in education.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND and behavioural needs
Support learners through a therapeutic and practical curriculum
Promote emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence
Encourage engagement through creative and outdoor learning activities
Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
Act as a calm, consistent, and positive role model
Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
What’s on Offer
Weekly pay
Free CPD training and ongoing professional development
Holiday pay entitlement
Access to a health cash plan and employee assistance programme
Dedicated consultant support focused on your career development
Opportunities for progression and permanent employment
What We’re Looking For
Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
Previous experience working with children in education, SEND, or care settings
Access to your own reliable transport
Strong communication skills and emotional resilience
A calm, patient, and solution-focused approach
Interest in creative, practical, and outdoor learning
GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people
About Smart Education
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, placing professionals into both temporary and permanent roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND staff, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.
This is a truly rewarding opportunity to join a setting where every day is different, and where you can make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.
Apply today and take the next step in a meaningful and fulfilling career with Smart Education