Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Solihull

Start Date: Immediately

Pay: £95.00 - £98.00 (includes holiday pay)

Hours: Full Time / 8.30 – 4.30 / Monday to Friday

Contract: Long term

Contact: Alexandra Beddow on 07377 969 649

Are you a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant with experience in Special Educational Needs settings — someone who thrives on making a real difference in young people’s lives? If so, I’d love to hear from you!

For more info please contact Alexandra on 07377 969 649

About the School

We are a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Birmingham, providing tailored education for children and young people aged 7 to 18. Our provision primarily supports students with communication and comprehension needs, as well as those with learning difficulties, developmental delays, and a range of additional challenges that may make mainstream education less accessible.

We pride ourselves on delivering a nurturing, inclusive, and adaptive learning environment where every student is encouraged to thrive. Our curriculum places a strong emphasis on practical, life-enhancing skills that promote independence and self-confidence. Learning takes place in thoughtfully designed, sensory-friendly indoor and outdoor classrooms that support engagement and comfort for all students.

The schools Ethos

Our compassionate ethos ensures that each student’s unique journey is understood, valued, and supported. We develop Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every learner receives the personalised support they need to make meaningful progress—academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team. You will play a key role in planning and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate sessions tailored to the needs of each learner.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative and engaging lessons aligned with the school’s specialised teaching approach.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials to accommodate a range of communication, comprehension, and sensory needs.
• Implement, and review Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) to support the holistic development of each student.
• Foster a positive, nurturing classroom environment where students feel safe, valued, and motivated to learn.
• Work collaboratively with SEN Teachers, therapists, and wider school staff to ensure consistent support.
• Monitor, and record student progress, adjusting strategies as needed to maximise outcomes.
• Engage with parents, carers, and external professionals to support each student’s development and wellbeing.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of sensory-friendly learning spaces that enhance accessibility and engagement.

Requirements

• SEN Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience working within SEN settings, ideally with students who have communication and comprehension needs.
• Strong understanding of adaptive teaching strategies and differentiated learning.
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to inclusive practice.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What we offer:

• Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
• Continual professional development through online training
• Competitive pay rates related to your experience
• Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
• Refer a friend bonus with £100 in vouchers

About Chalk

At Chalk we aim to be the most trusted specialist education agency and strive to create long term partnerships with schools, teachers and support staff. We are a team of experienced education recruiters who believe that providing a high quality and bespoke service is key.

We recruit Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) staff for alternative provisions and mainstream schools across England and Wales and offer recruitment solutions for short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies.

For more info please contact Alexandra on 07377 969 649

The Legal Bit

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