Connex - Birmingham
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Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: 415 – 500 per week
Location: Brierley Hill, Dudley
**About the role**
Are you patient, compassionate, and ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs?
We are looking for a dedicated and resilient PMLD SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties at a specialist school in the heart of Dudley. This full-time role is perfect for someone who thrives in a nurturing, hands-on environment where every small step is a huge achievement.
You’ll be working closely with children who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and complex medical needs, providing one-to-one and small group support. Personal care and assisting with mobility and communication may be part of your daily responsibilities, so a positive, respectful and proactive
approach is essential.
**About the school**
Based in Brierley Hill, Dudley, this specialist setting is designed to support pupils with a wide range of complex needs, including PMLD. With a strong team ethos, a sensory-rich learning environment, and a passionate commitment to individualised learning, the school offers a safe, structured, and inspiring space where every child is empowered to thrive at their own pace.
The staff team is warm, skilled, and incredibly supportive — this is a place where your efforts will truly matter, every single day.
**Benefits of working with Connex**
- Competitive rates of pay (Paid weekly PAYE)
- A variety of different roles to suit your needs and work around your lifestyle
- Access to our accredited free CPD training platform to develop yourself further
- Support from a dedicated and knowledgeable Educational Specialist
- Free access to our Classroom Teacher Toolkit skills development package comprising over 70 courses.
- Wellbeing program and refresher training for life in 21st century classroom.
- Career progression via our Care to classroom setting conversion course
**Role Requirements**
- Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or Equivalent Level 3 UK Educational qualification is required.
- Previous experience working in Educational is desirable.
- Previous experience working with PMLD or Complex Needs.
- A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
- An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
- Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
**Are you interested?**
If you are interested in applying for this role based in Brierley Hill, Dudley please apply or send your CV to emily.day@connex-education.com or call on 0121 456 4040 for more information.