SEN Teaching Assistant

at Penny Tree School, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Salary

£24,619 a year

Closing date

12 November 2026

Start

December 2026

Type of post

Teaching support
A support post, not a teaching post.

Contract

Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

First seen

31 October 2026, on a public job listing

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Full Job 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 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

About Penny Tree School

Type

Independent school

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