Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant - Kings Heath

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham
Contract: Full-time
Start: ASAP
School Type: Specialist SEN School

Are you an experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a long-term role within a nurturing and well-resourced specialist school? We are proud to be supporting a highly regarded SEN school in the Kings Heath area, who are looking for a committed TA to join their team and support pupils with a wide range of additional needs.

About the School

We are partnered with a truly exceptional Special Educational Needs school that caters for student with complex and diverse learning needs. The school supports pupils with:

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Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

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Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD)

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Communication and interaction needs

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Sensory processing difficulties

The school is widely praised for its holistic and child-centred approach. Staff work within a strong multi-disciplinary model, collaborating with speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, and behaviour specialists to deliver truly personalised support.

Class sizes are deliberately small to ensure every pupil receives the attention they need. Each classroom is equipped with high-quality sensory and communication resources, and staff are encouraged to use creative, hands-on approaches to learning.

Feedback from our agency staff consistently highlights the warm, welcoming atmosphere, supportive leadership team, and strong focus on staff wellbeing and development. This is a school where you will feel valued, supported, and able to make a genuine impact every day.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in this setting, you will play a vital role in ensuring pupils can access learning, feel safe, and develop both academically and socially. You will work under the guidance of class teachers and specialist staff, supporting children on both a 1:1 and group basis.

This position is full-time and ongoing, with the potential for long-term opportunities within the school.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide focused and flexible support to pupils with a range of SEN needs.

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Support individual pupils with communication development, emotional regulation, and social skills.

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Assist in planning, delivering, and adapting lessons to meet pupils' individual learning plans and EHCP targets.

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Implement behaviour support strategies in line with the school's positive behaviour policy.

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Facilitate sensory activities and help pupils regulate through sensory breaks.

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Use visual aids, schedules, communication systems (e.g., PECS, Makaton), or other specialist approaches where trained.

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Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils to promote engagement and independence.

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Support with personal care, mobility or medical routines where required (full guidance provided).

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Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, therapists, and parents.

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Contribute to a calm, structured, and nurturing learning environment.

Requirements

To apply for this role, you must have:

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A minimum of 6 months' experience working with children in UK school settings.

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Strong previous experience supporting pupils with special educational needs.

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An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one through our agency).

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Full-time availability Monday-Friday.

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A positive, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting young people.

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Resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

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Willingness to assist with personal care or behaviour support if required.

Why Work With Us?

As a teaching agency, we pride ourselves on offering:

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Dedicated consultant support

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Competitive weekly pay

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Access to training opportunities in SEN, safeguarding, and behaviour management

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Long-term and permanent progression opportunities

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A genuine partnership with schools that value and develop their staff

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs and want to work in a supportive, forward-thinking SEN school in Kings Heath, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team and take the next step in your SEN career