Mainstream Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking education recruitment agency as a Mainstream Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), providing tailored support in a mainstream classroom. You'll work closely with teachers and parents to foster a positive learning environment and help students achieve their full potential. Enjoy the flexibility of supply work with opportunities for long-term positions, while receiving excellent support and professional development. If you are passionate about education and dedicated to making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Pension Contributions

FREE Training

Dedicated Consultant Support

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position or 5 days in sole charge of a group of children.
• Strong understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Responsibilities

• Support students with various SEN requirements in a mainstream classroom.
• Assist teachers in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Understanding of SEND

Education

Experience as a Teaching Assistant

DBS Check

Job description

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Mainstream Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant, Birmingham

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Client:

ABC Teachers

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible opportunities in Acocks Green?

About the role

ABC Teachers are seeking experienced and compassionate individuals to join our supply team, supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in our mainstream secondary schools.

As a Supply SEN Teaching Assistant with ABC Teachers, you will be placed in various mainstream schools across Acocks Green. Your role will involve providing tailored support to students with special educational needs, helping them to achieve their full potential within the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students with a range of SEN requirements, including Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia, within a mainstream classroom setting.
• Assist the class teacher in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Implement individualized learning plans and provide one-to-one support where necessary.
• Foster the social and emotional development of students.
• Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet the unique needs of each student.
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers, and parents to monitor student progress.

About the school

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives while enjoying the flexibility of supply work. You will have access to our wide network of schools with potential of long-term and permanent positions. The schools we work with are friendly, supportive and welcoming.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Mainstream Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant you will:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, preferably within an SEN or mainstream setting.
• A strong understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and challenges.
• A genuine passion for supporting students with SEN.
• Ability to obtain suitable references, a valid DBS Check and hold the Right to Work in the UK (ABC Teachers do not offer sponsorship)

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• experience in a similar position or 5 days in sole charge of a group of children in the last 10 years.

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. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

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 training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.