SEND Teaching Assistant — Nurture, Learn & Thrive

Senploy; Shirley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term opportunities

Weekly pay via digital payroll

Free CPD courses

Dedicated education consultant

Supportive specialist school

Job summary

Senploy in Shirley, West Midlands, is recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a small specialist SEND school. The role focuses on personalised learning, independence, and creating a safe, nurturing environment.

You'll work with SLT, teachers and support staff to deliver tailored activities, safeguard pupils and build strong relationships. A driving licence is essential; long-term opportunities with weekly pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in school, care, residential or support settings.
• Experience supporting individuals with Autism, SEND, learning difficulties, or challenging behaviours.
• Calm, resilient and nurturing approach to supporting pupils.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and professional development.
• Confidence supporting pupils with personal care where required.
• Excellent attendance, reliability and work ethic.
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils through personalised learning activities tailored to individual abilities and needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies to promote a safe, inclusive environment.
• Recognise signs of emotional dysregulation and support appropriate interventions.
• Encourage positive behaviour through structure and positive reinforcement.
• Record and communicate information to teaching staff and parents as appropriate.
• Provide support across different age groups and areas of the school as required.
• Assist with personal care where necessary, maintaining dignity and respect.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Patient

Adaptable

Calm

Nurturing

Reliable attendance

Personal care support

Education

Psychology degree or SEND qualification

Job description

Senploy in Shirley, West Midlands, is recruiting a Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs in a small specialist SEND school. The role focuses on personalised learning, independence, and creating a safe, nurturing environment.

You'll work with SLT, teachers and support staff to deliver tailored activities, safeguard pupils and build strong relationships. A driving licence is essential; long-term opportunities with weekly pay are offered.