Job Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs) - B33 Area 🌟

Location: B33, Birmingham
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications

We are a warm, supportive Special Educational Needs (SEN) school based in the B33 area of Birmingham, dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children with a wide range of additional needs.

We are currently seeking a compassionate, resilient, and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a student with complex needs. This role is ideal for someone who has previous experience in an SEN or mainstream school setting and is passionate about helping young people reach their full potential.

🌱 The Role:

Provide consistent 1:1 support for a student with complex needs, including personal care and mobility assistance if required

Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and therapy teams to implement individual learning and care plans

Use strategies to promote communication, sensory engagement, and emotional regulation

Support with daily routines and contribute to a positive, inclusive learning environment

Record and monitor progress and report effectively to staff and parents/carers

🎓 About You:

Previous experience working in a school setting is essential, ideally within SEN

Experience supporting children or young people with complex medical or behavioural needs

Knowledge of autism, sensory processing differences, and/or physical disabilities

A patient, calm and nurturing approach with strong communication skills

Team Teach, Makaton, PECs, or Moving & Handling training is advantageous but not essential

Must hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS check

🤝 We Offer:

A supportive and dedicated team of staff and leadership

Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities

A rewarding and meaningful role where you can make a real difference

Modern facilities tailored to meet a range of SEN needs

Interested?
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks