Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEND

Supply Star Recruitment Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Star Recruitment Limited is seeking a calm, compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a small specialist school within a Tier 4 CAMHS setting in Birmingham.

You will work 1:1 with young people who have learning disabilities, autism, and communication needs, with some small-group activities; full induction and ongoing support provided. A clear DBS certificate is required, and Supply Star can assist with obtaining one at a cost.

Qualifications

• Patience, calm demeanor, and adaptability are needed to support learners with diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Supporting lessons and individual learning
• Preparing resources and practical activities
• Building positive relationships with young people
• Supporting outdoor and creative activities
• Recording learning and progress
• Gradually delivering planned 1:1 sessions independently

Skills

Patience

Calm demeanor

Adaptability

1:1 teaching

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEND

We are seeking a calm, compassionate and adaptable Teaching Assistant to join a small, specialist school within a Tier 4 Learning Disability CAMHS setting.

You will support young people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, communication difficulties and complex behaviours, primarily through 1:1 teaching and occasional small-group activities.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting lessons and individual learning
• Preparing resources and practical activities
• Building positive relationships with young people
• Supporting outdoor and creative activities
• Recording learning and progress
• Gradually delivering planned 1:1 sessions independently

Hospital experience is not essential. We are looking for someone who is patient, non-judgemental, confident, adaptable and able to use their initiative.

This is a varied and rewarding role where every day is different, with full induction and ongoing support provided.

You must have a clear DBS certificate to be considered for this role. If you do not have one Supply Star Recruitment can support you in obtaining one at a cost.

If you have a CV that showcases your experience working in the education sector, care sector or in a similar capacity, please send it for consideration