Job Benefits:
Access to over 100 CPD courses.
Weekly pay.
1:1 role.
Supportive, community-focused environment.
Excellent worklife balance and predictable schedule.
Job Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Halesbury
Duration: July 2026, Full-Time
Start Date: November 2025
Salary: £18k-£21k
The School & Role:
Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next exciting opportunity? We are currently recruiting on behalf of a special school in Halesowen for a SEN Teaching Assistant who has experience working within a specialist setting and is able to implement an autism friendly practice. As a SEN Teaching Assistant within the school, you will be working in a 1:1 role with a year 10 student who has ASD, ODD, ADHD and Visual Impairment. Because of the multiple diagnosis, this role can result in complex challenging behaviours. This is a full-time position as a SEN Teaching Assistant, which will run until the end of the academic year.
The school is an all-age Special School where all our pupils are valued as individuals. Th schools aim is to motivate their pupils to achieve their aspirations and full potential whilst fully supporting their families. Their mission statement is Achieve, Believe and Challenge'. The school caters for pupils with complex needs of ASD, Language and Social Communication as well as Cognition and Learning.
To apply, please contact James at Balfor on 0121 260 0000.
Responsibilities :
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, your role will include:
Work under the direction of the class teacher to support the students learning in line with the national curriculum and individual education plans (IEPs).
Adapt materials and activities to meet the needs and abilities of the student.
Support the student in developing communication, social, emotional, and self-help skills.
Support the student to help regulate emotions and behaviour, using de-escalation techniques where necessary.
Foster a safe, caring, and positive environment for learning.
Requirements :
Level 2/3 TA Qualification or Equivalent - Ideal
Experience Have SEN experience, particularly supporting with Autism.
Empathy & Understanding A nurturing, patient approach
Strong Behavioural Management Calm under pressure, supportive and consistent
Adaptability & Resilience Able to meet varied needs across different schools
Excellent Communication With pupils, staff, and families
What youll get in return :
Youll receive a competitive daily rate along with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the education sector. Weve proudly supported schools in the area for many years.
What to do next :
Click Apply Now to submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career.
About Balfor Recruitment:
Balfor Recruitment is an award-winning agency providing temporary contract, and permanent staffing to the public, private, and non-profit sectors. With over 20 years of experience, we supply specialists in:
SEN Teachers and TAs
Primary and Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
Nursery Nurses and Assistants
FE Lecturers
Note Takes and Academic Support Workers
BSL Signers and Dyslexia Tutors
We are REC members. All candidates pay rates align with AWR, meaning qualified supply teachers can be paid to scale.
Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are committed to Safer Recruitment and all appointments are subject to vetting, including a DBS check.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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