SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education provider in Birmingham seeks enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants for full-time or part-time opportunities. Join a supportive team to empower young adults with diverse needs, helping them develop skills for adulthood. Experience with SEN is desirable. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

Welcoming staff community

Ongoing training and development

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with special educational needs is desirable.
• A caring, resilient, and proactive approach is required.
• Willingness to support with personal care if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assist with personalized learning plans.
• Promote independence and life skills.
• Support students with physical, sensory, or learning needs.
• Work collaboratively with tutors, therapists, and support staff.
• Create an inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
• Help students at their work placements.

Skills

Experience supporting individuals with SEN

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Proactive approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistants Needed - Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Location: Erdington | Post-16 SEN College (Ages 19-25)

Academics are currently working on behalf of a fantastic Post-16 SEN College in the Erdington area who are looking to expand their dedicated support team. We are seeking enthusiastic, patient and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to join the college on either a full-time or part-time basis.

This specialist college supports young adults aged 19-25 with a wide range of additional needs, including physical disabilities, communication needs, autism and varying learning difficulties. As a SEN TA, you will play a key role in helping students develop independence, confidence and the skills they need for adulthood.

What the Role Involves:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Assisting with personalised learning plans
• Promoting independence and life skills
• Supporting students with physical, sensory or learning needs
• Working collaboratively with tutors, therapists and support staff
• Helping to create an inclusive, safe and engaging learning environment
• Helping students at their work placements

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting individuals with SEN (desirable)
• A caring, resilient and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to support with personal care if required
• A genuine passion for supporting young adults with additional needs

Why Join This College?

• Welcoming and supportive staff community
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

If you're passionate about empowering young adults with diverse needs and want to join a college that truly values its staff and students, we would love to hear from you!