SEND Teaching Assistant

Role: EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant

Rate of pay: £425 - £500 Per Week – Dependant on experience

Location: Birmingham - Frankley

**About the role**

Connex Education is seeking a versatile and experienced EYFS SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive local Primary SEND school in the Birmingham Frankley area.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working with children with a range of additional needs, including:

Autism (ASD)
ADHD
Pre-Verbal
Non-Verbal
SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health)
PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)
Challenging behaviours
You’ll be working alongside teaching staff in Y1 to Y3 to support pupils both 1:1 and in small group settings, helping to deliver engaging, personalised learning and care. Strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, excellent behaviour management strategies and experience with PECS are essential for this role.

This role is ideal for someone who is flexible, nurturing and willing to help wherever needed within a dynamic and rewarding environment.

**About the School**

The School is a specialist educational setting supporting young people with Autism, ADHD and  Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD). With a strong focus on inclusive education, they provide a nurturing, child-centred environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive and achieve their full potential.

The experienced team delivers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to individual needs, while prioritising communication, wellbeing, and life skills. Through close collaboration with families and professionals, they create a supportive, inspiring space where every achievement is celebrated.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of pupils with Special Education needs.

**Benefits of working with Connex**

Competitive daily rate
PAYE Paid weekly
Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development
**Role Requirements**

Teaching assistant Qualification is Preferred but not necessary.
Proven experience working within a SEN classroom as a Teaching Assistant.
A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
**Are you interested?**

If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply or send your CV to (url removed)

Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed