SEN Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 10 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £105 to £115 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 February 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 199510 |
Summary
Our client, a leading primary school in Birmingham, West Midlands, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic and supportive team. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing individualised support and care to students with special educational needs, ensuring their academic, social, and emotional development.
In this rewarding role, you will work closely with our highly skilled teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assisting students with various tasks, such as personal care, mobility, and communication, as well as delivering specialised interventions and activities to help them reach their full potential.
The ideal candidate will possess a genuine passion for working with children, a strong understanding of special educational needs, and the ability to adapt their approach to meet the unique needs of each student. You should have excellent communication skills, the patience to work with students who may require more time and support, and a commitment to promoting the wellbeing and inclusion of all learners.
Our client offers a competitive salary range of £105 - £115 per day, as well as opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate will be expected to work during term-time, with the possibility of additional hours during school holidays.
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who is eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client's inclusive and dynamic team and help shape the futures of young individuals with special educational needs.
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with special educational needs, ensuring their active participation in all learning activities.
- Assist students with personal care tasks, such as toileting, feeding, and mobility, while maintaining their dignity and independence.
- Implement and monitor individualised education plans (IEPs), behaviour support plans, and other targeted interventions to help students achieve their learning goals.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and deliver engaging and accessible lessons and activities that cater to the diverse needs of students.
- Facilitate and encourage positive social interactions and inclusive practices among students, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- Maintain detailed records, monitor progress, and provide feedback on student performance to teachers and parents/carers.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously enhance your knowledge and skills in supporting students with special educational needs.
- Ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment by adhering to the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Relevant qualifications in education, special educational needs, or a related field (e.g. , NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
- Proven experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role, with a demonstrated understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by students with special educational needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents/carers, and colleagues.
- Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills, with the flexibility to adjust your approach to meet the diverse needs of individual students.
- Commitment to promoting inclusive practices and ensuring the wellbeing and progress of all students.
- Proficient in using technology and digital tools to support student learning and record-keeping.
- A valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to the school site, as required.
If you possess the necessary qualifications, experience, and passion for supporting students with special educational needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our client's inclusive and dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of young individuals.
In this rewarding role, you will work closely with our highly skilled teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, assisting students with various tasks, such as personal care, mobility, and communication, as well as delivering specialised interventions and activities to help them reach their full potential.
The ideal candidate will possess a genuine passion for working with children, a strong understanding of special educational needs, and the ability to adapt their approach to meet the unique needs of each student. You should have excellent communication skills, the patience to work with students who may require more time and support, and a commitment to promoting the wellbeing and inclusion of all learners.
Our client offers a competitive salary range of £105 - £115 per day, as well as opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment. This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate will be expected to work during term-time, with the possibility of additional hours during school holidays.
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who is eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our client's inclusive and dynamic team and help shape the futures of young individuals with special educational needs.
- Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with special educational needs, ensuring their active participation in all learning activities.
- Assist students with personal care tasks, such as toileting, feeding, and mobility, while maintaining their dignity and independence.
- Implement and monitor individualised education plans (IEPs), behaviour support plans, and other targeted interventions to help students achieve their learning goals.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to develop and deliver engaging and accessible lessons and activities that cater to the diverse needs of students.
- Facilitate and encourage positive social interactions and inclusive practices among students, fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- Maintain detailed records, monitor progress, and provide feedback on student performance to teachers and parents/carers.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to continuously enhance your knowledge and skills in supporting students with special educational needs.
- Ensure a safe and nurturing learning environment by adhering to the school's safeguarding policies and procedures.
- Relevant qualifications in education, special educational needs, or a related field (e.g. , NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent).
- Proven experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role, with a demonstrated understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by students with special educational needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents/carers, and colleagues.
- Strong problem-solving and adaptability skills, with the flexibility to adjust your approach to meet the diverse needs of individual students.
- Commitment to promoting inclusive practices and ensuring the wellbeing and progress of all students.
- Proficient in using technology and digital tools to support student learning and record-keeping.
- A valid UK driving licence and the ability to travel to the school site, as required.
If you possess the necessary qualifications, experience, and passion for supporting students with special educational needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our client's inclusive and dynamic team and make a lasting impact on the lives of young individuals.