SEN Teaching Assistant

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Job Description

We are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to join a specialist SEN school in the Kitts Green area. This setting supports Primary and Key Stage 3 pupils, all of who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and present with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The school provides a safe, structured and nurturing environment, focused on supporting both the educational and social development of every pupil.
 
We are looking for experienced and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants who are Level 2 or Level 3 qualified to join a dynamic and supportive team. In this role, you will work across primary and secondary age groups, supporting pupils with SEMH needs and associated learning and behavioural challenges.
 
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support the delivery of a broad and tailored curriculum that is designed to meet pupils at their individual level, while working towards engagement with the National Curriculum. You will play a key role in promoting emotional regulation, positive behaviour, and structured routines, helping pupils to re-engage with learning and develop both academically and socially.
 
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a setting that is committed to providing personalised education and supporting pupils to achieve positive outcomes through consistency, understanding and the right level of support.
 
The SEN Teaching Assistant Role:
  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND, including those with SEMH, and Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD)
  • 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 SEMH, ASD and MLD
  • 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; working as a SEN Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you other excellent benefits, including:
  • £92.59 - £100 per day depending on experience, which equates to £18,049.20 - £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
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work
 
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will have the opportunity to work within a specialist SEN school based in the Kitts Green area. The school is well-resourced, offers on-site parking, and is easily accessible from nearby areas such as Shard End, Lea Hall, Garretts Green, Tile Cross, Stechford, and the wider Birmingham region.
 
Looking to join a setting where your impact truly matters? Apply today to become a SEN Teaching Assistant with Flourish Education, your next rewarding opportunity could be just around the corner!
 
 
Legal:
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.