SEN Teaching Assistant – Empower Students to Thrive

PK Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education in Birmingham is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners in a SEND school. The role runs 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only, starting ASAP for the academic year.

You will work closely with the teacher to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive. Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, targeted interventions, behaviour management, and maintaining learning records.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant.
• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Desirable: TA qualification or relevant degree.
• Desirable: passion for inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and meaningful learning with the class teacher.
• Support pupils with reading, writing and classwork.
• Lead targeted interventions to support development.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups to provide personalised support.
• Assist with behaviour management in a nurturing way.
• Observe pupils and contribute to learning records.
• Develop curriculum knowledge as the school grows.
• Help shape classroom routines and school culture.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

SEN experience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification or degree

Job description

PK Education in Birmingham is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support learners in a SEND school. The role runs 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only, starting ASAP for the academic year.

You will work closely with the teacher to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive. Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, targeted interventions, behaviour management, and maintaining learning records.