Vacancy Detail

Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Pay Rate: £12.90 – £14.25 per hour
Location: Aston
Hours: Part-time, Monday – Thursday, 8:45am – 3:00pm
Contract: Ongoing

Smart Education is currently recruiting for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join an independent specialist provision in Aston. The college supports students aged 14–25 with a range of additional needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), ADHD, and Down’s Syndrome.

This is a part-time opportunity to support students through 1:1 sessions and small group work in a setting that promotes both academic and vocational development.

Benefits of working as a Teaching Assistant:

• Weekly pay

• Term-time only hours

• Part-time

• Dedicated consultant support

• Join a creative, inclusive, and growing SEN setting

Job Requirements for this Teaching Assistant role in Aston:

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning

• Minimum 12 months of SEN experience (5 years UK TA experience preferred)

• Experience supporting students with complex needs including ASD, SLD, and ADHD

• Strong communication and behaviour management skills

• Experience delivering 1:1 and small group support

• Valid enhanced DBS (Child and Adult Workforce) – on the update service or willing to apply

• Passion for supporting vulnerable learners in a person-centred environment

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group teaching support to SEN students aged 14–25

• Assist in delivering functional and creative learning programmes

• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt resources to individual needs

• Promote positive engagement, independence, and confidence in students

• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

• Record progress and feedback to the teaching team

• Create a safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive college that values both staff development and student success, with a clear commitment to educational excellence and student wellbeing.

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 an experienced SEN TA ready to make a difference, apply now and join Smart Education in supporting learners to reach their full potential.

Location: Aston | Salary: 12.90 - 14.25 per hour | Job type: Contract | Posted: 21/07/2025