Special Educational Needs Assistant

Teaching Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in the B29 area of Birmingham for a SEN Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be patient, caring, and enthusiastic about supporting pupils with additional needs, contributing positively to their education and overall wellbeing.

If you’re committed to supporting children with SEN and want to be part of a caring, inclusive school community, we’d love to hear from you. Based in Birmingham (B29), this school is dedicated to helping every child reach their potential through patience, understanding, and high-quality support. If you feel you could make a positive impact please apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored one-to-one or small group support for pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.


• Assist teaching staff in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons that meet individual learning goals.


• Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction through positive reinforcement and consistent care.


• Support pupils with daily routines, emotional regulation, and sensory needs.


• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents/carers to ensure the best possible outcomes for each child.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs in an educational, care, or community setting.


• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• A proactive attitude and genuine passion for supporting young people.


• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health and Social Care, or equivalent).


• Knowledge of autism support strategies, PECS, or Makaton.


• Experience working in a specialist school environment.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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