SEND Teaching Assistant

The Education Network Birmingham; Metchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency in South Birmingham is looking for a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special needs. This role involves providing tailored support, assisting with lesson delivery, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with SEND and strong interpersonal skills. Competitive rates of pay and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Personalized career support

Opportunities for additional training

Supportive working atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Must show compassion and resilience.
• Commitment to supporting children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assist the class teacher in resource adaptation.
• Support communication and emotional regulation.

Skills

Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Building positive relationships

Patient and caring nature

Job description

Overview

SEND Teaching Assistant - South Birmingham - Special School

A welcoming special school in South Birmingham is looking for a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This role is ideal for a compassionate and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and complex learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1-2-1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
• Assisting the class teacher in delivering lessons and adapting resources.
• Supporting pupils with communication, social skills, and emotional regulation.
• Helping to create an inclusive, nurturing, and supportive classroom environment.
• Monitoring and recording pupil progress and behaviour.
• Encouraging independence and confidence in learning.

Requirements / The ideal candidate

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND, ideally in a school setting.
• A patient, caring, and resilient nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• A genuine commitment to making a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

How to apply

If you are interested in this SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact Harry at The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Teaching Assistant vacancies or refer a Teaching Assistant and ask about our excellent referral scheme.

The Education Network Offer

• Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates.
• Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates.
• You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
• The opportunity to work in a friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters.
• Highly supportive, committed and hard-working Consultants who will endeavour to find assignments suited to your needs.
• An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

The Education Network is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references. The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Due to the expected high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.