Teaching Assistant

Job Title:
Teaching Assistant – SEN / Complex Needs

Pay Rate:
£95.00 - £98.00 per day

Location:
Birmingham (Specialist Primary SEND Setting)

Hours:
Full‑Time | Day‑to‑Day Supply | Term Time Only

Smart Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to work within a specialist primary SEND setting where all pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan and require highly personalised support. Pupils in this environment have a range of complex needs, including autism spectrum conditions and other communication or learning differences, and benefit from a structured, nurturing approach tailored to their individual needs.

Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant:
• Work in a specialist SEND environment supporting pupils with complex needs
• Supportive and experienced SEN staff team
• Help pupils develop communication, independence, and engagement
• Flexible day‑to‑day supply and long‑term placements available
• Ongoing support from Smart Education

Job Requirements:
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
• Proven experience supporting pupils with SEN and complex needs in a school setting
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour and supporting emotional regulation
• Patient, resilient, and adaptable approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid passport
• Ability to provide 24 months of employer or academic references

Role Responsibilities:
• Provide in‑class, small‑group and 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs
• Assist with implementing individual learning and behaviour support plans
• Promote positive behaviour, social interaction and engagement
• Encourage independence, communication and confidence
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment

About Smart Education:
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment 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 if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults