SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – 1:1 Support

Location: Sutton Coldfield
Duration: Full time, ongoing
Salary: £85 – £100 per day

The School & Role:

This vibrant and well-established special needs school is committed to providing outstanding, holistic, and learner-centred education. Students have a range of needs, including cognition and learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and complex health conditions.

As an SEN TA, you will be a key member of the classroom team, ensuring students receive support that assists them to achieve their full potential. Responsibilities will include:

• Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions to students with additional needs
• Supporting teachers with creative lesson preparation, classroom organisation, and engaging displays
• Building trusting, nurturing relationships with students to encourage independence and confidence
• Acting as a positive role model while fostering a safe and inclusive environment

If you are eager to begin or continue your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant, click apply now or contact Haleemah at Balfor on [phone removed]

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Demonstrate proven experience or strong enthusiasm for working as an SEN TA
• Show commitment to inclusive learning and best SEN practices
• Exhibit qualities of patience, empathy, and resilience
• Be a team player with excellent communication skills
• Bring a proactive, flexible, and solution-focused approach to challenges

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR relevant SEN background
• Experience or training with PECS, Makaton, ASD, SLD, and complex needs
• Level 1 Safeguarding Certificate
• Recent school-based references
• Valid photo ID (Driving Licence or Passport)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service