Vacancy Detail

Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Level 2)
Pay Rate: £90.97 – £92.86 per day
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term-time only
 

Smart Education is currently recruiting for a Level 2 SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils at a specialist primary provision in Sutton Coldfield. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children who have a range of complex special educational needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), severe learning difficulties (SLD), and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Benefits of working as an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Weekly pay

• Free CPD training

• Dedicated consultant for ongoing support

• Long-term opportunity with permanent potential

• Positive and inclusive school environment

Job Requirements for this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Sutton Coldfield:

• NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)

• Experience working with pupils with complex special educational needs

• Understanding of alternative communication methods and sensory-based learning

• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families

• Patience, compassion, and resilience in a specialist education setting

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil well-being

Role Responsibilities:

• Support young pupils with SLD, PMLD, ASD, and additional needs

• Assist in delivering a sensory-based and highly personalised curriculum

• Promote effective communication using a range of strategies

• Work with pupils individually or in small groups to support progress

• Foster independence and personal development in every child

• Maintain a safe, nurturing classroom environment

• Engage in regular CPD to enhance practice and understanding of SEN

• Liaise with parents, carers, and external professionals as needed

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly skilled, compassionate team that puts pupils’ individual needs at the heart of everything they do. The successful candidate will play a vital role in helping children overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of young learners, apply today and join Smart Education in shaping brighter futures.

Location: Sutton Coldfield | Salary: 90.97 - 92.86 per day | Job type: Contract | Posted: 21/07/2025