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Secondary SEN ta

  • Posted: 04-03-2025
  • Category: SEN
  • Location: Birmingham
  • Type: Full-time / Temporary
  • Salary: £85 - £105 per day
Smile Education are recruiting for an SEN Teaching assistant to work in a Secondary SEN school in central Birmingham. The school is rated ‘good’ in their latest Ofsted inspection and has a strong and welcoming atmosphere within the staff team.
 
The SEN teaching assistant role would be working full time within the classroom supporting the class teacher with a small group of students, working Monday to Friday 8:30 to 3:30.
 
The Responsibilities of the SEN Teaching Assistant:
  • Have a sole focus on working in small groups
  • Develop and concentrate on building a relationship with the child, staff and family members.
  • Constant and consistent communication with the class teacher, regarding progress and potential methods of work.
  • Create a secure and positive environment for the child to learn and feel comfortable.
 
To apply for this SEN teaching assistant role, you will need:
  • An up-to-date DBS on the update service or dated within the last 12 months.
  • A teaching assistant qualification or health and social care (level 2 or 3) previous support workers or behaviour mentors are encouraged to apply
  • Experience working with SEN children on a 1:1 basis or small groups work.
  • Experience working with Primary school children.
  • At least 2 professional references covering the last 2 years of work history.
 
The benefits of this SEN teaching assistant role:
 
  • A daily rate of £85-£105 a day
  • PAYE and Umbrella payment options
  • Holiday pay of 12.07%
  • Free CPD training available via the smile portal
  • Referral scheme up to £200
  • Dedicated consultant working within your area.
 
Are you the SEN Teaching assistant we are looking for? Apply now and get in touch on 0121 716 9350!
                     
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.



We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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