SEN Teaching Assistant

We’re currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to support a Alternative Provision based in Birmingham. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work with pupils with a variety of different complex needs, including Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and other additional learning requirements.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
 

The SEN Teaching Assistant Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Implement strategies to support behaviour, emotional regulation, and individual learning outcomes

• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to meet EHCP goals

• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

• Support pupils with personal care or physical needs, where required

• Promote independence, confidence, and resilience in learners
   

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in any of the following roles:

• SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant, 1:1 TA, Behaviour Mentor

• Experience working in a special school, PRU, alternative provision, or inclusive mainstream school

• Strong understanding of SEND, particularly supporting pupils with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder  (ASD)

• Empathetic, adaptable, and resilient approach

• Excellent behaviour management strategies

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

• Relevant training such as Team Teach, Makaton, or PECS is desirable but not essential
   

Our Promise To You!

You have full control over your schedule, we’ll only match you with roles that suit your preferences. This allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance while enjoying the flexibility that works for you.
 

As well as only working the days you want to work, in schools you will love, and a £100 welcome to the team bonus, working as a SEN Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you other excellent benefits, including:

• £88.92 - £120 per day depending on experience, which equates to £17,940 - £23,400 based on working 5 days a week for a full school year

• Holiday Pay - 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot

• Pension Contributions

• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM, and abuse

• £100 welcome to the team bonus

• Refer a Friend bonus scheme

• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work
   

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a Alternative Provision in Birmingham. This Alternative Provision is well-resourced, provide on-site parking, and are easily accessible from nearby areas such as Kings Heath, Moseley, Selly Oak, Northfield, Bournville, Stirchley, Harborne, and Edgbaston. Looking to join a supportive team that places you in schools where you can truly make a difference? Apply today to become a SEN Teaching Assistant with Flourish Education, your next rewarding opportunity could be just around the corner!