1-2-1 SEND Teaching Assistant

ABC Teachers; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ABC Teachers is seeking a dedicated 1-2-1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs in Birmingham. This fulfilling role involves providing tailored assistance to enhance students' academic and personal growth in a nurturing educational environment. Candidates should be passionate about fostering inclusivity and must hold relevant qualifications, with ongoing professional development opportunities provided.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Dedicated consultant support

Bonus for referring friends or colleagues

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, particularly with SEND students.
• Passion for supporting children's physical, social, and emotional welfare.
• Valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual support to students with diverse educational needs.
• Assist students with ASD and personal care.
• Contribute to students' academic progress and social development.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Education

Relevant Teaching Assistant Qualifications

Job description

1-2-1 SEND Teaching Assistant

(salary dependant on experience and/or qualifications)

ABC Teachers are seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant, providing 1:1 support to children within a SEND school.

About the role:

• Your new role will be instrumental in the academic progress and social development of students. Providing an individualised approach to support, both personalising and adapting a child s educational experience to meet their diverse needs.
• To be able to assist students with a diagnosis of ASD and associated communication and behavioural needs
• A key element of this role is to provide personal care to students, it is vital that you are comfortable to support in this area.

About the school:

• This school is renowned for its emphasis on providing a nurturing, student-centred approach with a diverse curriculum.
• Their values revolve around inclusivity, respect and fostering a supportive educational environment where every student can flourish.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in behaviour management and SEND support.

About you:

• This role requires an experienced Teaching Assistant with suitable qualifications to work with young people and support students with SEND, this is highly desirable.
• You will have a passion for engaging and caring for young people in terms of their physical, social and emotional welfare.
• Suitable references and a valid DBS on the update service, or a willingness to complete a DBS check.

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers
ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff. We have branches across the country, and

What ABC Teachers offer

As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply
If you are a Learning Support Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across ABC Teachers, please contact our SEND team on (phone number removed).