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Birmingham, West Midlands, Birmingham, Birmingham

Dedicated SEN Support Role Available in Birmingham – Immediate Start

Job Title: Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Term Time Only)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: NJC Scale / Grade (Dependent on experience)

Role Overview

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join its progressive learning support team. This full-time, term-time-only role involves working closely with pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 who require targeted support for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN).

The position is well-suited for an experienced SEN Support Assistant or a psychology graduate seeking practical experience within a supportive West Midlands educational setting. Working under the guidance of the school SENCO and class teachers, you will help create a structured, safe, and engaging environment for pupils with individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

  • Direct Pupil Support: Deliver individualised 1:1 and small-group learning interventions tailored to pupils' personal EHCP objectives.

  • Communication & Classroom Inclusion: Utilize visual timetables, PECS, and simple Makaton to promote communication, active involvement, and emotional self-regulation.

  • Behaviour Management: Apply positive behaviour support strategies to assist pupils through transitions and maintain a calm classroom environment.

  • Progress Monitoring: Record day-to-day pupil achievements and liaise regularly with class teachers, the SENCO, and visiting specialists (e.g., Speech & Language Therapists).

  • Qualifications & Skills: Prior experience supporting children with additional needs, strong empathy and patience, good literacy and numeracy skills, and an Enhanced DBS check.

School & Department Highlights

  • Community-Focused School: A friendly primary school with strong links to the local Birmingham community and excellent public transport connections.

  • Dedicated Provision: Features well-equipped sensory spaces and dedicated inclusion rooms designed for intervention sessions.

  • Professional Development: Regular training opportunities in autism awareness, positive handling, and speech and language support.

To Apply

To be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Birmingham, please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.

Locations
Birmingham, West Midlands, Birmingham, Birmingham

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Birmingham, West Midlands, Birmingham, Birmingham

Dedicated SEN Support Role Available in Birmingham – Immediate Start

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