Impactful SEN Teaching Assistant | 1:1 Support

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and SEN-focused training

Dedicated consultant support with 10+ 

Job summary

Hays Education in Birmingham is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs in Druids Heath (B14) area, starting September 2026. Roles include 1:1 support, assisting pupils with ASD/ADHD and other needs, and helping sustain engagement in inclusive settings.

You’ll work with teachers, SENCOs and specialists to implement strategies, foster independence and social development, and provide a safe learning environment across both full-time and part-time arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in schools or similar settings.
• Patient, empathetic and resilient in face of challenges.
• Experience working 1:1 or in small intervention groups.
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Holding a relevant qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with SEN.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD and other needs.
• Implement strategies to support behaviour and engagement.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Relationship building

SEN experience

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Education

Relevant qualification (desirable)

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Team Teach

Job description

Hays Education in Birmingham is seeking SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with additional needs in Druids Heath (B14) area, starting September 2026. Roles include 1:1 support, assisting pupils with ASD/ADHD and other needs, and helping sustain engagement in inclusive settings.

You’ll work with teachers, SENCOs and specialists to implement strategies, foster independence and social development, and provide a safe learning environment across both full-time and part-time arrangements.