Teaching Assistant (Day-to-Day)

Job Title: Day-to-Day SEN Teaching Assistant

Pay rate: £95.68 – £98.24 per day 

Location: Birmingham

Hours: Flexible – part-time or full-time (term time only)

Smart Education is currently recruiting for Day-to-Day SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) Schools in the Birmingham area.

This is the perfect opportunity for candidates who are looking for flexible work to fit around other commitments, want to gain more experience in SEN schools, or prefer part-time hours. You will support pupils with a variety of needs, including MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties), SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs), and Autism (ASC).

Driving licence and access to a car is a real advantage, as you will have the flexibility to travel to schools across Birmingham.

• Flexible work to fit your lifestyle
• Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of SEN schools
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• Supportive consultants to find the right placements for you
• A rewarding role where every day is different

• Minimum of 6 months UK experience working within an SEN school setting
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Teaching and Learning (or equivalent) preferred
• A valid Child or Child/Adult DBS registered to the update service (or willingness to process one)
• Ability to travel to different schools – driving licence and access to a car advantageous
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Assisting the class teacher with daily activities
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Supporting pupils’ personal development and well-being
• Providing flexibility and reliability to support schools at short notice

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.