Connex - Birmingham
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: £425 – £475 P/W
Location: Birmingham, B93
**About the role**
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting children with a variety of additional needs, ensuring they can access learning and reach their full potential. You will provide both one-to-one and small group support, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil. This may involve adapting resources, breaking down tasks, and offering encouragement to build confidence. Working closely with teachers and the SENCO, you will help implement support plans and promote positive behaviour. A big part of the role will also be encouraging independence and developing social skills, helping pupils to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
**Role Requirements**
- Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting is essential
- Level 2/3 in Childcare
- A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required
- Strong communication skills, both with pupils and staff
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (an enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education, is required)
**About the school**
The academy provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where children are inspired to achieve their very best through high expectations, resilience, and a love of learning. It offers a broad and balanced curriculum designed to spark curiosity and creativity, while also equipping pupils with the skills and confidence they need for the future. Learning extends well beyond the classroom, with a wide range of enrichment activities, trips, and opportunities to help pupils explore their interests and talents. Strong pastoral support is central to its approach, ensuring that every child feels valued, safe, and able to thrive. The school works closely with families to build a supportive community, while also placing emphasis on personal development, safeguarding, and providing additional challenges for those with particular gifts and abilities.
**Benefits of working with Connex**
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE Paid weekly
- Funded formal qualification, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HTLA, Level 5 TEFL
- Career progression via our Care to classroom setting conversion course
**Are you interested? **
If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply or send your CV to [email protected] or call Ash on 0121-456-4040 for more information