SEND TA

Monarch Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Kings Heath, Birmingham. You will support children with various needs, including ASC, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties, helping them access learning.

The role involves one-to-one and small group support, assisting with IEPs, promoting positive behaviour, and building strong relationships with pupils, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND in school, nursery, or care setting.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding safeguarding procedures.
• Ability to tailor support to individual pupil needs.
• CACHE Level 2/3 TA or equivalent is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for SEND pupils.
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Help implement IEPs and personalised learning strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, and external professionals.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of all pupils at all times.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Adaptability

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 TA or equivalent

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham
Salary: £95 - £110 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Agency: Monarch Education

SEND Teaching Assistant Required - Primary School in Kings Heath

Monarch Education is currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Kings Heath. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils across the primary age range, providing tailored support to children with a variety of needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Help implement individual education plans (IEPs) and personalised learning strategies.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, teachers, and external professionals.
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction, and independence skills.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of all pupils at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working with children with SEND in a school, nursery, or care setting.
• A patient, nurturing, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils.
• Relevant qualifications such as CACHE, Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, or equivalent are desirable but not essential.

Why Join Monarch Education?

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Free CPD and training opportunities, including SEND-focused courses.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Access to a range of primary school vacancies across Birmingham.
• Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent position.

• GCA Approved Supplier
• opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
• free Safeguarding training
• refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
• online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

Important Information:

• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
• Equal Opportunities - Monarch
• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.