SEND Teaching Assistant

Description

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham

Job Type: Full-time, Long term

Salary: £85-£115 per day

About the Role

Monarch Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) at a welcoming primary school in Kings Heath, Birmingham.

This rewarding role involves working closely with a child to support their academic progress, emotional wellbeing, social development, and independence throughout the school day. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with class teachers, SENDCOs, and parents to ensure the pupil receives the highest standard of support.

Key Responsibilities

Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with SEND.

Assist the pupil in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school activities.

Implement strategies and interventions identified within the pupil's support plan.

Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation.

Foster the pupil's confidence, independence, and social skills.

Work closely with teaching staff and external professionals to support the pupil's development.

Monitor progress and maintain accurate records where required.

Ensure safeguarding and welfare procedures are followed at all times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Previous experience working with children with SEND, ideally within a primary school setting.

A level 3 childcare qualification or equivalent

A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

A good understanding of SEND needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

What the school can Offer

A supportive and inclusive school environment.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

The chance to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey.

Friendly and committed staff team.

Competitive rates of pay.

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

GCA Approved Supplier

opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy

free Safeguarding training

refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)

online portal to manage your pay and timesheets

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website -

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. xjnqpsq Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities

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