Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA), Mixed SEND Needs, Secondary, City of Birmingham

  • Location: City of Birmingham
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £92.56 per day
  • Start date: 08/06/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
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Job Description

Job Title
Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA)
School Type
Special School
Age Range of Pupils
11 to 19 years
Location
School‑based – Selly Oak (B29)
Contract Type
Long-term, Day to day cover, Term-time only

A wonderful specialist school in Selly Oak is on the lookout for dedicated teaching assistant to work with their amazingly talented pupils. The school cater to individuals across key stage 3, 4 and 5 with carrying SEND needs including Autism, Speech, Language and Communication, Social Emotional and Menal Health (SEMH) as well as Moderate (MLD) and Severe (SLD) Learning Difficulties.
The school prides themselves on meeting each student’s individual needs and are looking for teaching assistants who will bring with them not just a “can do” attitude but the motivation to ensure that every learner is supported to meet their full potential.

Key Responsibilities
Support young people aged 11–19 years with varying SEND needs such as Autism, MLD, SLD, SEMH and Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), EHCP outcomes, and personalised learning programmes
Support pupils to engage with learning activities using approaches tailored to their individual needs
Follow behaviour policies and behaviour management plans

 
Person Requirements
Experience of working with young people with varying SEND needs such as Autism, MLD, SLD, SEMH and Speech, Language and Communication Needs
Flexible and adaptable to the needs and requirements of individuals with SEND needs
Flexible and adaptable to the needs and requirements of a special school
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or we can put one in place for you)
Two satisfactory references covering a minimum of 12 months

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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