SEN Teaching Assistant

Description:

At OFG Education we give you time to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work 

Job Title:  SEN Teaching Assistant
Location:  Penny Tree School, Birmingham, B30 3ES
Hours:      40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.00am – 4.00pm
Salary:      £23,638 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

At Penny Tree School, we're looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team. You'll play a vital role in helping students with additional needs overcome barriers, develop confidence and achieve their individual potential in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.

Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and other professionals, you'll provide personalised support that enables students to thrive both academically and personally. Every day brings new opportunities to make a positive impact and celebrate progress, no matter how big or small.

Previous SEN experience is beneficial, but not essential. If you're patient, compassionate and committed to helping young people succeed, we'll provide the training and support you need to develop a rewarding career in specialist education.

What You'll Be Doing 

Providing 1:1, small group and classroom support to help students engage with learning and achieve their individual goals.

Building positive, trusting relationships that help students feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

Supporting teachers to deliver engaging, creative and personalised learning activities.

Encouraging the development of students' confidence, independence, communication and social skills.

Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing through calm, consistent support.

Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to provide the best possible outcomes for students.

Helping to create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

Supporting students with personal care needs where required, ensuring dignity, comfort and wellbeing are always maintained.

What you'll bring

A caring, patient and adaptable approach, with a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND.

Resilience, positivity and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

A flexible and proactive attitude, with a willingness to support students across a variety of activities and settings.

A commitment to safeguarding, promoting wellbeing and helping every student reach their full potential.

If you're looking for a role where every day matters and where your support can have a lasting impact on a young person's future, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us
 
At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.
 
Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.
 
Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.
About Our School

At Penny Tree School, you will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team at the very start of an exciting journey. Backed by the expertise of Options Autism and OFG Education, you will benefit from access to a wide professional network, ongoing development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of the students we serve.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

Hundreds of UK and international discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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