Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – SEND School – Birmingham
A welcoming special school in Birmingham is seeking an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant for a long-term opportunity supporting children with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties. This is a rewarding role for a Teaching Assistant who is passionate about helping pupils access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential in a supportive specialist setting.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with individual pupils on a 1-2-1 basis, providing tailored support throughout the school day. You will be part of a collaborative team that values patience, consistency and positive relationships.

The Role:

• Providing 1-2-1 support for children with Autism and Moderate Learning Difficulties
• Supporting pupils with learning activities and classroom engagement
• Helping to manage behaviour using positive and consistent strategies
• Assisting with communication, social skills and emotional regulation
• Working closely with teachers and SEND staff to follow individual support plans
• Supporting pupils’ independence and confidence throughout the school day

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant
• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly Autism and MLD
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• The ability to follow structured routines and individual learning plans

In Return You Will Receive:

• A long-term opportunity within a supportive special school
• Small class sizes and strong staff-to-pupil ratios
• A welcoming and experienced staff team
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Competitive rates of pay

If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other Teaching Assistant roles or refer a colleague and ask about our excellent referral scheme.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.