Teaching Assistant - SEND School

The Education Network Birmingham; Stafford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Network Birmingham is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Birmingham. You will work closely with teachers and SEND professionals to help pupils access learning and to develop confidence and independence.

You will provide targeted support, often one-to-one or in small groups, and adapt your approach to meet individual needs. The role focuses on creating a safe, positive learning environment and contributing to pupils' day-to-day success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with SEND is essential.
• Experience in a special school or SEND provision is preferred.
• Strong commitment to pupil development and learning.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

SEND experience

1-2-1 support

Pupil development

Job description

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.

You will provide a combination of classroom, small-group and individual support, working alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals to help pupils access learning and develop their confidence and independence.

Experience working with pupils with SEND is highly desirable, particularly within a special school, specialist provision or similar setting. However, we are also keen to hear from strong mainstream Teaching Assistants who have a genuine interest in developing their SEND experience.

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

In return, you will enjoy:

• 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

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.