SEN Teaching Assistant & 1:1 Support Assistant – September 2026
Birmingham, B26 3YN | Temporary | Full-time | £92.56–£150 per day
Job Overview
Hays Specialist Recruitment is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants (TAs) and 1:1 Support Assistants to work with welcoming primary schools across Sheldon, Birmingham (B26) from September 2026.
The schools are looking for dependable, patient and supportive individuals who can provide consistent one-to-one or classroom support to pupils with additional needs.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates with existing school-based SEN experience, as well as those who have supported children in care, nursery or community settings.
Key Job Details
| Job Title | SEN TA & 1:1 Support |
|---|---|
| Employer | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Location | Birmingham, B26 3YN |
| Salary | £92.56–£150 per day |
| Job Type | Temporary |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
| Posting Date | 24 August 2026 |
| Closing Date | 23 September 2026 |
About the Role
You may work closely with an individual pupil, support a small intervention group or help children access learning within the wider classroom.
The role focuses on creating a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment while helping pupils develop their confidence, independence and communication skills.
Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, including longer-term placements throughout the academic year.
Key Responsibilities
- Build a trusting and consistent relationship with pupils who have additional needs.
- Provide one-to-one support where required.
- Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
- Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language needs and other learning needs.
- Use agreed strategies to encourage engagement and positive behaviour.
- Help pupils develop independence, communication and confidence.
- Share observations and progress with teachers and SENCOs.
- Work alongside other education and support professionals.
- Follow individual support plans and guidance provided by school staff.
- Contribute to a calm, safe and inclusive classroom.
- Support pupils in accessing learning and participating in school activities.
Who Can Apply?
Hays is interested in candidates who:
- Have supported children or young people with additional needs.
- Have experience in a school, care, nursery or community setting.
- Are patient, empathetic and dependable.
- Have a calm and positive approach.
- Can build strong relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
- Can follow individual support plans.
- Are committed to helping pupils feel included and succeed.
Qualifications
A relevant qualification is desirable but not essential.
Additional experience or knowledge of the following would be welcomed:
- Personal care
- Behaviour support
- Makaton
- PECS
- Team Teach
- Other SEN support approaches
Key Skills
SEN Support | 1:1 Support | Behaviour Support | Autism Support | ADHD Support | Communication Support | Classroom Assistance | Childcare | Learning Support | Personal Care
What You’ll Get
Successful candidates can benefit from:
- Competitive rates of pay.
- A dedicated local consultant with more than 10 years of school-based experience.
- Free CPD and SEN-focused training.
- Access to full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Placements in local schools.
- Regular guidance before and throughout placements.
- Long-term opportunities.
- Potential opportunities for permanent employment.
Why Consider This Role?
This is an opportunity to make a direct difference in the educational experience of children with additional needs.
Whether you already have SEN experience or are looking to transfer your experience from care, nursery or community support, the role could provide valuable experience within a primary school environment.
Visa Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship is not mentioned in the supplied vacancy information.
Candidates requiring visa sponsorship or a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) should confirm eligibility directly with Hays before applying.
Application Deadline
23 September 2026
The role is scheduled to start in September 2026, so candidates interested in securing a placement should consider applying as soon as possible.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply through the official Work Hub/Hays vacancy listing.
Employer: Hays Specialist Recruitment
Role: SEN TA & 1:1 Support – B26 – September 2026
Location: Birmingham, B26 3YN
When applying, highlight your experience supporting children or young people, particularly experience involving SEN, autism, ADHD, behaviour support, communication needs or one-to-one assistance.
Important Information
- Job: SEN TA & 1:1 Support
- Location: Sheldon, Birmingham (B26)
- Salary: £92.56–£150 per day
- Contract: Temporary
- Hours: Full-time
- Start: September 2026
- Part-time opportunities: Also available
- Relevant qualification: Desirable, not essential
- SEN experience: Preferred
- Care/nursery/community experience: Considered
- Visa sponsorship: Not stated in the advert
Apply Now
If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to work in a Birmingham primary school from September 2026, this could be a strong opportunity to consider.
Apply through Hays Education and take the next step towards a rewarding SEN support role.