Teaching Assistant - SLCN expert

SEN Teaching Assistant (SCLN Focus)

Location: Birmingham Central
Contract: Full-time, long-term (via Teaching Personnel)
Pay: £100–£129 per day (inclusive of SEN allowance)

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school setting, working primarily with children who have Speech, Communication and Language Needs (SCLN). This is a long-term, full-time role offered through Teaching Personnel, ideal for someone passionate about helping pupils develop their communication skills, confidence and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SCLN.

• Implement strategies recommended by Speech and Language Therapists (SaLT) and SENCo.

• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum, adapting activities to meet individual communication needs.

• Use visual supports, communication aids, and structured language programmes.

• Promote positive social interaction, emotional regulation and confidence-building.

• Work closely with class teachers and wider support teams to track progress and contribute to IEPs/EHCPs.

• Foster an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child feels supported and understood.

Person Specification

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN, ideally SCLN.

• Understanding of speech and language development and/or willingness to undertake relevant training.

• Patient, calm and consistent, with strong communication and behaviour-support skills.

• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

• Reliable, proactive and committed to long-term development in the role.

Benefits

• Competitive daily rate (£100–£129 inclusive of SEN allowance).

• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel, including training opportunities.

• Chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s communication and learning progress.

For more information or to be considered for this position contact Grace on 0121 252 1100 or email an updated copy of your CV to grace.arkell@teachinngpersonnel.com

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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