Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA – Complex Needs & PMLD)
School Type
Complex Needs School
Age Range of Pupils
5 to 19 years
Location
Erdington, Birmingham – B24
Contract Type
Full-time, Monday to Friday
8:30am – 3:30pm
Term-time only
Pay
£92.45 – £95 per day
£462.25 – £475 per week
Weekly pay
Job Purpose
We are currently looking for a compassionate and committed SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex needs within a specialist school in Erdington.
This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with physical, sensory, and communication needs to access learning and develop independence.
Key Responsibilities – Teaching & Learning Support
Provide 1:1 support for pupils with PMLD and complex needs
Assist with personal care and daily routines where required
Support sensory-based learning and communication activities
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
Encourage engagement, independence, and wellbeing
Promote a safe and inclusive classroom environment
Person Requirements
Experience supporting individuals with complex needs or disabilities
Caring, patient, and supportive nature
Comfortable supporting personal care needs
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Two satisfactory references
Qualifications
No formal qualifications required
Relevant SEND experience required, including:
Care work
Support work
SEND school experience
What New Directions Education Ltd Offers
Dedicated SEND consultant support
Competitive weekly pay
Consistent full-time opportunities
Long-term role potential
Ongoing support and development
Referral bonus scheme
Excellent reputation within education recruitment
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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