SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Benefits:

• Access to over 100 CPD courses.
• Weekly pay.
• 1:1 role.
• Supportive, community-focused environment.
• Excellent worklife balance and predictable schedule.

Job Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Tamworth

Duration: Ongoing, Full Time

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £18k-£21k

The School & Role:

Are you a passionate and experienced SENTeaching Assistant with a background in SEN looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting for SEN Teaching Assistants to join a Primary and Secondary SEN school in Tamworth, starting ASAP.

The schools are situated in and around Tamworth andoffer a specialist teaching provision, that will enable all pupils to lead fulfilling lives and be as independent as possible, through developing their strengths and working on creating a can do attitude to life and learning. All pupils have wide ranging abilities with some exhibiting learning difficulties and/or delay in their learning. A perfect environment for a SEN Teaching Assistant to thrive.

To apply, please contact James at Balfor on .

Responsibilities:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will include:

• Work 1:1 or in small groups with pupils identified as having SEN needs.
• Support students in managing emotions, building resilience, and developing appropriate social skills.
• Assist the class teacher in adapting lessons and resources to suit individual pupils.
• Modify and adapt learning resources and materials to suit the pupils ability level.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote a calm, supportive classroom environment.
• Act as a key adult for pupils, building trusting relationships and offering consistent emotional support.
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to teachers and relevant professionals.
• Provide feedback to the teacher on pupil progress, engagement, and challenges.

Requirements:

• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant Qualification Essential
• Experience in SEN settings Essential
• Experience As an SEN Teaching Assistant and providing 1:1 support
• Empathy & Understanding A nurturing, patient approach
• Strong Behavioural Management Calm under pressure, supportive and consistent
• Adaptability & Resilience Able to meet varied needs across different schools
• Excellent Communication With pupils, staff, and families

What youll get in return:

Youll receive a competitive daily rate along with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the education sector. Weve proudly supported schools in the area for many years.

What to do next:

Click Apply Now to submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career.

About Balfor Recruitment:

Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning agency providing temporary contract, and permanent staffing to the public, private, and non-profit sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we supply specialists in:

SEN Teachers and TAs

Primary and Secondary Teachers and Support Staff

Nursery Nurses and Assistants

FE Lecturers

Note Takes and Academic Support Workers

BSL Signers and Dyslexia Tutors

We are REC members. All candidates pay rates align with AWR, meaning qualified supply teachers can be paid to scale.

Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to vetting, including a DBS check.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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