SEN Support Staff

Teaching Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd in Birmingham is seeking FULL-TIME SEN Support Staff to work across schools. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEN, helping their academic, social, and emotional development.

Ideal candidates are patient, empathetic, and resilient, with strong communication and the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and families. This role is Monday to Friday during term time, with DBS checks required and eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• SEN experience desirable but not essential.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport and support positive outcomes.
• Genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Support students both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist with implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents where appropriate.
• Support students with personal care needs where required.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Resilience

Strong communication

Rapport building

Job description

SEN Support Staff (FULL-TIME)

Birmingham

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? We are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate FULL-TIME SEN Support Staff to work within welcoming and supportive schools across Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are looking to make a real difference in the lives of students who require additional support to reach their full potential.

About the Role

As a FULL-TIME SEN Support Staff member, you will work closely with students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. You will collaborate with teaching staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that enables every student to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with SEN, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
• Support students both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Assist with implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents where appropriate.
• Support students with personal care needs where required.

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals.
• Previous SEN experience is desirable but not essential.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build rapport and support positive outcomes.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

Essential Requirements

• FULL-TIME availability (Monday to Friday)
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to travel to schools across Birmingham

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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