SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Stechford, Birmingham, B33
Contract Type: Full-time and Part-time roles available
Salary: Competitive (depending on qualifications and experience)

We are currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and skilled SEN Teaching Assistants to join our inclusive primary school in Stechford, Birmingham. Whether you are looking for full-time or part-time work, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with a variety of additional needs.

Our school prides itself on being inclusive and nurturing, offering a supportive environment for all pupils. We focus on developing the whole child and helping every student achieve their full potential. We are now looking to grow our team with individuals who are passionate about supporting children with SEND and SEMH.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work closely with class teachers to support children with a wide range of needs, including SEMH, autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and speech and language challenges.

• Help create a calm, safe, and supportive classroom environment.

• Deliver tailored 1:1 or small group interventions and provide behaviour and emotional support.

• Support students in developing confidence, independence, and positive social skills.

• Provide targeted 1:1 or group support to students with SEN and SEMH.

• Help implement learning and behavioural strategies tailored to individual needs.

• Support students with emotional regulation and positive behaviour reinforcement.

• Contribute to monitoring student progress and updating SEND records and reports.

• Build supportive relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and well-being.

• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCO, and external specialists.

• Experience working with children with SEND, especially SEMH, autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties.

• Relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare or learning support (preferred but not essential).

• Understanding of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.

• Confidence in supporting speech, language, and social development.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude.

• Familiarity with a range of SEND conditions.

• Experience working with Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

• Awareness of current SEND legislation and best practice.

• Experience with communication support tools (e.g., Makaton, PECS).

• Knowledge of assistive technologies and SEN learning resources.

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative school environment.

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

• Competitive salary and benefits, tailored to your experience.

• The opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives.

Please send your CV and cover letter to:
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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