Connex - Birmingham
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: £400 – £450 – Dependant on experience
Location: Birmingham
**About the role**
Connex Education is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a mainstream primary school. In this role, you will work closely with class teachers and specialist staff to provide tailored support for children with a range of special educational needs, helping them access the curriculum and fully engage in school life. You will assist with adapting learning materials, implementing individual education plans, and using strategies that promote independence, confidence, and positive behaviour. Your support will play a key role in fostering an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
**About the school**
This vibrant and inclusive school provides outstanding education that fosters both academic excellence and personal development. With a well-structured curriculum, strong foundations in reading and mathematics, and tailored support for all learners, including those with additional needs, it ensures every child can thrive. Pupils benefit from a wide range of clubs, trips, and enrichment opportunities that broaden their experiences beyond the classroom. A dedicated and supportive staff team works in partnership with families to create a safe, nurturing environment where children grow in confidence, kindness, and curiosity.
**Benefits of working with Connex**
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE Paid weekly
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development
- 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
**Role Requirements**
- Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or Equivalent Level 3 UK Educational qualification is required.
- Previous experience working in Educational is essential.
- A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
- An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
- Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
**Are you interested?**
If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply or send your CV to [email protected]
**Protected characteristics statement**
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone. Connex Education Partnership is an employment agency and employment business