SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and ready to make a real difference every day? Join a dedicated SEN school in Handsworth as a Teaching Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in helping pupils with Autism, sensory processing needs, and communication difficulties reach their full potential. If you are patient, enthusiastic, and eager to contribute to a nurturing environment, this role could be the perfect next step in your career. What''s in it for you? Long-term contract within a well-resourced SEN school Excellent support from experienced SEN professionals Choice of PAYE or Umbrella payment options Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students'' lives The Role As a Teaching Assistant, you will support learning through structured routines, use visual communication strategies, and help deliver engaging classroom activities tailored to each pupil''s needs. You will work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team, encouraging communication, independence, and positive behaviour while delivering both 1:1 and small group interventions. Responsibilities Support pupils as an SEN Teaching Assistant in the classroom and during interventions Deliver targeted support for pupils with Autism and communication needs Encourage independence and help develop communication skills Assist in managing behaviour using positive strategies Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN specialists Skills and Experience Minimum 6 months'' ..... full job details .....