SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,682 - 17,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Flexible opportunities

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational professionals is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Birmingham. In this full-time role, you will support pupils with Special Educational Needs, providing both 1:1 and group assistance. Ideal candidates are empathetic, patient, and ready to make a positive impact. This position offers flexible hours and the chance to gain valuable experience in education. If you're committed to fostering an inclusive environment, apply now to make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Patient, caring, and empathetic individual to support children with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and vulnerable young people.
• Reliable and committed with strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils.
• Assist with lesson delivery and classroom organisation.
• Encourage positive behavior and social development.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham
Pay: £85–£95 per day | Full-Time | Immediate Start Available

Are you looking for a new and rewarding opportunity where you can truly make a difference?

At Teaching Personnel, we are recruiting passionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support inclusive and welcoming schools across Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are committed to helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) thrive both academically and personally.

Whether you have previous experience in education, care, youth work, or simply a strong desire to support young people, this role offers a fulfilling and impactful career path.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional learning, communication, and emotional needs. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you will help create a structured, safe, and encouraging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Supporting pupils with classroom activities and daily routines
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social development
• Assisting with lesson delivery and classroom organisation
• Promoting an inclusive and nurturing learning environment

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. Previous experience is beneficial but not essential, as full support and guidance will be provided.

You will ideally be:

• Patient, caring, and empathetic
• Confident supporting children with additional needs
• Reliable and committed
• A strong team player
• Able to build positive relationships with children and vulnerable young people

What We Offer

• Weekly Pay: £85–£95 per day
• Full-Time Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
• Flexible Opportunities: Long-term and short-term roles available
• Dedicated Consultant Support: Ongoing guidance throughout your placement
• Valuable Career Experience: Ideal for those considering careers in education, psychology, social work, or care

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Experience working with children is advantageous but not required

Apply Today

If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference in a child’s educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today, and a Teaching Personnel consultant will be in touch to discuss available opportunities.

Every child deserves the right support. Be part of their journey — APPLY NOW and make a difference.

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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.
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