SEN Teaching Assistant – Birmingham – Full-Time Opportunity
Location: Birmingham
Duration: Ongoing, Full-Time
Salary: £95 – £160 per day
About the Role: Join a dedicated team in a supportive Birmingham school, providing essential support to students with Special Educational Needs. This role demands a compassionate and adaptable individual, capable of fostering a positive learning environment. You’ll be working closely with students who may have complex needs, including ASC, challenging behaviors, and non-verbal communication. Experience in these areas is highly advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing one-on-one and group support to students.
- Assisting with the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs).
- Supporting students with personal care needs when required.
- Creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
- Utilizing communication strategies such as PECS and communication books.
- Managing challenging behaviors with patience and understanding.
- Collaborating effectively with teachers and other staff members.
Essential Requirements:
- A relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or substantial experience working with SEN.
- Proven experience supporting students with complex ASC.
- Experience in managing challenging behaviors.
- Experience supporting non-verbal students.
- Familiarity with PECS and communication books.
- A valid Enhanced DBS check (or subscription to the update service).
- Valid Photo ID (driving license or passport).
- Recent, verifiable school-based references.
- Level 1 Safeguarding Certificate.
Why Join Balfor Recruitment?
- Competitive daily rates of pay.
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience in the education sector.
- Dedicated support from a Balfor consultant.
- Access to a wide range of education roles.
- Refer-a-friend scheme with potential rewards.
How to Apply: To express your interest, please contact Haleemah at Balfor Recruitment:
- Call: 0121 260 0000
- Email your CV to: haleemah@balfor.co.uk
- Or click “Apply Now” to submit your CV.
Balfor Recruitment: Specializing in SEN, Primary, Secondary, and more education staffing solutions.