Teaching Assistant

Birchmoor Source: WhatJobs

£95–£109/day

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? This could be your next rewarding opportunity in Tamworth and the surrounding areas!

Use your experience to make a real difference to pupils who require extra support with their learning, communication, independence, and emotional development. Whether you are looking for long-term stability or the flexibility of day-to-day assignments, there are a range of roles to suit.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive daily pay of £95 – £109.25
Full-time, part-time and flexible working opportunities
Long-term and day-to-day assignments available
Opportunities within specialist SEND education settings
Work with pupils with a range of additional and complex needs
Develop valuable SEND experience
Make a meaningful difference to pupils’ education and independence

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide individualised support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Your duties may include:

Providing 1:1 and small-group support
Supporting pupils with Autism, communication needs and learning disabilities
Supporting pupils with SLD, PMLD and complex needs where required
Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes
Using visual, sensory and structured approaches to learning
Supporting communication, engagement and interaction
Encouraging independence and the development of life skills
Supporting pupils’ social and emotional development
Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Helping pupils access learning at an appropriate level
Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals
Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Skills and Experience

At least 6 months’ experience supporting children or young people with SEND
Previous experience within a school, specialist school or SEND education setting
Experience supporting Autism, learning disabilities and/or complex needs is highly desirable
Confidence providing 1:1 and small-group support
Understanding of different communication and learning needs
Patient, resilient and nurturing approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Teaching Assistant or SEND-related qualification is desirable
Ability to provide references covering your most recent 24 months
Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service or willingness to have one processed

Location and Package

Based in Tamworth and surrounding areas
Daily rate: £95.00 – £109.25
Flexible start from October 2026
Contract, temporary, long-term and flexible opportunities available
Full-time and part-time options

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant and passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Take the next step and apply to join a supportive, rewarding environment, helping local children flourish.

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