SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Northfield, Birmingham
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (8:30am – 3:30pm)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary, with strong potential for a permanent placement

Important Requirement

Applications must include UK-based experience supporting children, young people or adults with SEN (education, care, residential or similar settings).
Applications without relevant SEN experience will not be considered.

Make a Difference Every Day – Support Pupils with Complex Needs

We are working in partnership with a well-established specialist SEN school in the Northfield area (school name anonymised for confidentiality). This inclusive and highly supportive setting caters for pupils aged 2-19 with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Moderate to severe learning difficulties (MLD/SLD)
• Complex communication and interaction needs
• Social, emotional and behavioural needs
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Physical disabilities and medical needs
• Global developmental delay

The school is recognised for its holistic, pupil-centred approach , focusing on communication, independence, life skills and emotional development . Staff work within a multidisciplinary team , using structured routines, positive behaviour strategies and personalised learning approaches to support every pupil to thrive.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting pupils with diverse and complex needs .

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a wide range of learning, communication and sensory needs
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support , both in and outside the classroom
• Follow EHCPs and personalised learning plans
• Use visual timetables, structured routines and communication tools
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Assist with personal care and physical support where required (training provided)
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and other professionals
• Help maintain a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Encourage independence, communication and social interaction

What We’re Looking For

• Essential: Experience supporting individuals with SEN (school, care, residential or similar setting)
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification ( desirable but not essential )
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Ability to adapt to complex and changing needs throughout the day
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of autism, sensory needs or communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton or visual supports ( desirable )

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work in a large, well-resourced specialist SEN setting
• Supportive leadership and strong team ethos
• Access to ongoing training in SEND and communication strategies
• A highly rewarding role where you will make a real difference every day
• Potential for a long-term or permanent position

Why Work With Monarch Education?

• Leading SEND staffing provider – Crown Commercial Service approved
• Free, specialist CPD via our Affinity Academy
• Free safeguarding training
• £200 Refer a Friend bonus (no limits!)
• Easy‑to‑use online portal for timesheets and payroll
• Long‑term roles with genuine potential to become permanent

Important Information:

• All pay rates quoted include rolled‑up holiday pay.
• Monarch Education and Affinity Workforce Solutions are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• All applicants must undergo:
  • Enhanced DBS check
  • 2 professional references
  • Right to work verification
• We can only accept applications from candidates currently living in the UK with full right to work.
• Due to high application volumes, we may be unable to respond to everyone. If you don’t hear back within 30 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We may contact you about future suitable opportunities.

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