Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their vibrant school in Birmingham. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to support children with learning difficulties, ensuring their individual needs are met in a nurturing environment. With a focus on core subjects and a commitment to providing additional training, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of students. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and the chance to gain valuable experience in the education sector, all while being part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Experience in the education sector

Refer a friend scheme (£200 in vouchers)

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with learning difficulties is essential.
• A valid Photo ID and Full DBS on the update service are required.

Responsibilities

• Support children with individual learning needs in a secure environment.
• Provide assistance across a range of subjects and learning opportunities.

Skills

Experience with SLD, MLD, ASD, and Complex needs

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Education

Qualified Teaching Assistant

Relevant SEN Background

Job description

Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham

Duration: Full time, ongoing

Salary: £75 – 85 per day

The School/Role:

A fantastic school in Birmingham is currently looking for a full-time experienced KS1 SEN teaching assistant. The school aims to provide a secure environment where all the children’s individual needs are recognized and catered for. The school hopes to seek a strong TA who has pre-existing experience supporting children with learning difficulties.

The school places a special emphasis on core subjects and offers a wide range of learning opportunities; therefore, experience working with a range of subjects is ideal. PECS and Makaton training or experience would be suitable for the teaching assistant role but not necessary. This is a full-time post and will run until the end of the academic year.

The school requires someone committed to the teaching assistant role as they need consistency for the children. In return, the school will offer all the support and additional training you may need.

Please apply immediately to be considered for this teaching assistant position.

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
• SLD, MLD, ASD, and Complex needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school-based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service

What You’ll Get in Return:

As well as an attractive and competitive daily rate, you will gain experience of working within a school and a good insight into the education sector. We’re extremely proud to have been assisting schools in these areas for several years. You will also join our ‘refer a friend’ scheme where you could be entitled to receive £200 in vouchers.

What You Need to Do Now:

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000 or email your CV to [e-mail].

You can also click “apply now” to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration.

If you feel this role isn’t right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Balfor Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.