Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Balfor Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding special needs school in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant to provide personalized support to students with diverse learning needs. This role involves assisting teachers in preparing educational materials, fostering individual learning strategies, and offering compassionate, one-on-one assistance to students. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification and demonstrate a strong commitment to nurturing children with special educational needs. Join a supportive team in a rewarding environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on students’ lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs (SEN).
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers with lesson material preparation and displays.
• Provide direct 1-on-1 or small group support to students.

Skills

Supporting children with SEN

Effective communication

Flexibility

Proactivity

Nurturing and compassionate qualities

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Level 1 safeguarding certificate

Tools

PECS training

Makaton training

Job description

Experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant in Birmingham skilled in personalised student support and individualised learning strategies

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham

Duration: Full time, ongoing

Salary: £85 – £100 per day

The School/Role:

An outstanding special needs school in Birmingham is currently seeking a full-time 1:1 teaching assistant. This community special school serves students with cognition and learning difficulties, as well as physical disabilities and complex health needs.

This will include supporting teachers with material preparation for lessons, assisting with displays, and providing direct 1-on-1 or small group student support.

The ideal candidate for a SEN TA role should:

• Demonstrate experience or a strong interest in supporting children with SEN
• Possess prior experience collaborating within the SEN Department
• Exhibit flexibility, proactivity, and patience
• Show nurturing and compassionate qualities in their approaches
• Communicate effectively within a team

Requirements:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification
• PECS and Makaton training/experience
• ASD, SLD, Complex needs – Non-verbal needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school-based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service

How to Apply?

If you believe you are a strong candidate for this position, please submit your CV through the application page. Haleemah from Balfor Recruitment will reach out to you to discuss the next steps if you are shortlisted. Please note that a valid DBS is required for trialling in this role. Trials have already begun, so be sure to submit your application promptly.