SEN Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Rowley Regis; On-site; GBP 17,550 - 21,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary – Up to £100 per day

Pension Contributions

Holiday Pay – 12.07% of day rate

Safeguarding training

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Job summary

A supportive primary school in Rowley Regis seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with low-level SEN needs in a Year 4 class. This full-time role involves working closely with the Class Teacher to enhance student learning and emotional regulation. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification and possess a nurturing approach to support. Competitive salary offered, with opportunities for professional development and training.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with social, emotional, or learning needs.
• Good understanding of the KS2 curriculum, particularly Year 4.
• DBS on the Update Service or recent.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with low-level SEN needs within a Year 4 classroom.
• Work closely with the Class Teacher to support lesson delivery.
• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support.

Skills

Calm and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Experience with children with SEN

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding classroom-based role within a supportive primary school?

Flourish Education are working in partnership with a welcoming Primary School in Rowley Regis, who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team and provide in-class support within a Year 4 class.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone with experience supporting children with low-level SEN needs in a mainstream classroom setting, offering targeted support to help pupils access learning and thrive academically and emotionally.

The role is based within a Year 4 classroom, supporting pupils with a range of low-level additional needs, including social, emotional, and learning needs. You will work closely with the Class Teacher and wider school staff to provide consistent, nurturing support and help maintain a positive learning environment.

This is a full-time position, starting as soon as possible, and running until July 2026.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with low-level SEN needs within a Year 4 classroom.
• Working closely with the Class Teacher to support the delivery of lessons and learning activities.
• Providing tailored one-to-one and small group support where required.
• Helping pupils to build confidence, engagement, and independence in learning.
• Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour within the classroom.
• Assisting with transitions between activities and supporting inclusion within mainstream lessons.
• Working collaboratively with school staff to monitor progress and adapt support strategies.

Required Skills and Experience for this SEN Teaching Assistant role:

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working with SEN pupils in a Primary school setting.
• Experience supporting children with social, emotional, or learning needs.
• A good understanding of the KS2 curriculum, particularly Year 4.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
• A DBS on the Update Service or issued within the last 12 months.
• A minimum of two excellent references.

Working for Flourish Education as a Teaching Assistant (LSA) you will receive:

• Competitive Salary – Up to £100per day depending on experience, which equates to £19,500 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year.
• Pension Contributions.
• Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
• KCSIE-compliant safeguarding and prevent duty training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse.
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work from your own dedicated consultant.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role is based in Rowley Regis, with easy access from nearby areas such as Tividale, Cradley Heath and Oldbury. This primary schoolis well-connected by public transport and offers accessible routes from most parts of the West Midlands.

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant interested in this role, please apply now or contact us today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.