Connex - Birmingham
SEND Teaching Assistant
Location:
West Midlands, West Midlands, Acock’s Green (B27)
Job Type:
Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours
Salary:
£380 – £425 Per week
Job Description:
Job Duties:
The SEND Teaching Assistant will support the learning and development of Primary aged students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Responsibilities include assisting the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored lessons, providing one-to-one support to students, implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
Required Qualifications:
A relevant qualification in Education or Special Educational Needs is essential. An understanding of different learning needs and strategies to support SEND students is required.
Education:
A minimum of a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent is required.
Experience:
Prior experience working with SEND students in an educational setting is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated knowledge of SEND best practices, excellent communication skills, patience, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional training in areas such as Makaton, Autism Awareness, or Behaviour Management is desirable.
Working Conditions:
The role involves working within a school environment, collaborating with teachers and other support staff. The SEND Teaching Assistant may need to adapt to different learning needs and provide individualised support to students.
Benefits of working with Connex Education:
- Competitive daily rate.
- PAYE paid weekly.
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development package comprising over 19 courses.
- Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL.
- Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom.
- Trainee teacher apprenticeship opportunities
If this role sounds of interest, please contact our office on 0121-456-4040 and ask to speak with Trinity or Siobhan to hear more details or email trinity.mcfarlane@connex-education.com!
