Teaching Assistant - SEND School

The Education Network Birmingham; Park Central; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Birmingham. You will support pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning through classroom, small-group and 1-1 assistance.

Working alongside teachers and SEND professionals, you will adapt resources, promote positive behaviour and build confidence and independence, making a genuine difference to each pupil’s day-to-day development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a specialist setting.
• Patience, empathy and strong communication to engage learners.
• Commitment to inclusive education and pupil development.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND across the school day.
• Work 1-2-1 and in small groups as required.
• Help pupils access learning and classroom activities.
• Assist development of communication, confidence and independence.
• Support pupils with individual targets and behaviour management.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEND professionals to meet needs.
• Adapt approaches to meet individual learning requirements.
• Contribute to a calm, safe learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Communication

Job description

This full time Teaching Assistant role at a specialist SEND school in Birmingham offers £92 to £115 per day through The Education Network Birmingham.

The successful candidate will support pupils with additional needs through classroom, small-group and one-to-one assistance, helping them access learning while building confidence and independence. Working alongside teachers and SEND professionals, duties include adapting resources and promoting positive behaviour.

Applicants should have experience supporting children with special educational needs, ideally within a special school or similar provision, though strong mainstream backgrounds are also considered. Patience, communication skills and a commitment to inclusive education are essential for this rewarding position.

SEND Teaching Assistant Specialist SEND School – Birmingham The Education Network is looking for a committed and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who wants to work closely with pupils with additional needs and play a genuine part in their learning, development and day-to-day success.

Job Role

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND across the school day
• Work 1-2-1 and with small groups where required
• Support pupils to access learning and classroom activities
• Help develop communication, confidence and independence
• Support pupils with their individual learning and development targets
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Work closely with teachers and specialist SEND staff
• Adapt your approach to meet individual needs
• Contribute to a safe, calm and positive learning environment

Benefits

• A rewarding SEND Teaching Assistant role within a specialist setting
• The opportunity to develop your specialist SEND experience
• Small-group and 1-2-1 support experience
• Support from experienced teachers and SEND professionals
• A school where your work can make a genuine difference
• Ongoing support from The Education Network

We are 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. 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 committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards.