Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Pay Rate: £12.90 - £14.25 per hour
Location: Aston
Hours: Part-time, Monday - Thursday, 8:45am - 3:00pm
Contract: Ongoing

Smart Education is currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join an independent specialist provision in Aston. The college supports students aged 14-25 with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), ADHD, and Down's Syndrome.

This is a part-time opportunity to support students through 1:1 sessions and small group work in a setting that promotes both academic and vocational development.

Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant:

Weekly pay

Term-time only hours

Part-time

Dedicated consultant support

Join a creative, inclusive, and growing SEN setting

Job Requirements for this Teaching Assistant role in Aston:

Minimum Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning

Minimum 12 months of SEN experience (5 years UK TA experience preferred)

Experience supporting students with complex needs including ASD, SLD, and ADHD

Strong communication and behaviour management skills

Experience delivering 1:1 and small group support

Valid enhanced DBS (Child and Adult Workforce) - on the update service or willing to apply

Passion for supporting vulnerable learners in a person-centred environment

Role Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small group teaching support to SEN students aged 14-25

Assist in delivering functional and creative learning programmes

Work closely with teaching staff to adapt resources to individual needs

Promote positive engagement, independence, and confidence in students

Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

Record progress and feedback to the teaching team

Create a safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive college that values both staff development and student success, with a clear commitment to educational excellence and student wellbeing.

About Smart Education

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.

If you're an experienced SEN TA ready to make a difference, apply now and join Smart Education in supporting learners to reach their full potential