SEND Teaching Assistant – Specialist Training & Growth

First For Education; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Refer-a-friend bonus

Specialist SEND training

Consultant support

Long-term placement

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

First For Education is seeking a patient and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist SEND school in Halesowen. This is a full-time, long-term placement with a minimum six months duration, offering a daily rate of £95-£110, dependent on experience.

You will help pupils access learning and build independence through 1:1 and small-group support. Employment includes weekly PAYE, dedicated consultant support, and access to specialist SEND training and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
• Confidence supporting pupils with autism and communication difficulties.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Work alongside the class teacher to deliver accessible learning activities.
• Support pupils' communication, engagement and emotional regulation.
• Use consistent routines and positive approaches to behaviour.
• Help pupils develop social skills, independence and everyday life skills.
• Share observations with the teaching team to support individual progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Calm and patient

Strong communication

Relationship building

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

First For Education is seeking a patient and proactive SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist SEND school in Halesowen. This is a full-time, long-term placement with a minimum six months duration, offering a daily rate of £95-£110, dependent on experience.

You will help pupils access learning and build independence through 1:1 and small-group support. Employment includes weekly PAYE, dedicated consultant support, and access to specialist SEND training and CPD opportunities.