Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Prospero Teaching
£95 - £110/day
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1
Full time, contract
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About Prospero Teaching
Prospero Teaching is a training and recruitment agency that supplies staff to schools.
Job description from Prospero Teaching
Job Title: Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Location: Central Birmingham
Job Type: Full-Time
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special needs?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team at a central Birmingham school.
As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students with a range of special educational needs, helping them to thrive in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide one-on-one and group support to students with special needs.
Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Support students during lessons, ensuring they are engaged and making progress.
Help with personal care and mobility where required.
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), and other staff to ensure the best outcomes for students.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting independence and self-confidence in students.
Maintain accurate records of students' progress and assist in assessments.
About You:
We are looking for someone who is passionate, patient, and proactive, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
The ideal candidate will have:
A teaching assistant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma or equivalent) or experience working with children with special needs.
Experience working with children with a range of learning needs, including but not limited to autism, ADHD, and physical disabilities.
Knowledge: Understanding of special educational needs, including behavioural, emotional, and cognitive challenges.
Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
Compassion and Patience: A genuine passion for helping children succeed and thrive, with a calm and empathetic approach.
Desirable: First Aid training, Team-Teach or other behaviour management training is a bonus.
Why Join Us?
Impactful Role: Play a crucial part in shaping the future of children with special educational needs and help them reach their full potential.
Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated, friendly, and welcoming team of professionals who are passionate about education.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and development to further enhance your skills and career in special education.
Competitive Salary & Benefits
If you're ready to make a real difference and inspire young minds, wed love to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Contact the Birmingham office at (phone number removed) or send us your CV today. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is an education recruitment agency. All successful candidates must complete safeguarding checks
Job insights from Breakroom
Teaching assistants
Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with their educational needs
What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:
- Support teachers in the classroom
- Support children with their educational needs
- Be responsible for the health and safety of children
- Listen, support and teach children
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Sitting
- Physical activities
- Using a computer
- Emotionally demanding duties
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What employees say
Pay
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Only some people are paid a living wage
Do Prospero Teaching pay teaching assistants enough to live on?
Some people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
40% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Most people are paid market rates
Do Prospero Teaching pay teaching assistants market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
70% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Prospero Teaching pay teaching assistants sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
90% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Hours and flexibility
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it for teaching assistants to take sick leave at Prospero Teaching?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do teaching assistants at Prospero Teaching feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people recommend their team
Do teaching assistants at Prospero Teaching recommend working with their team?
Most people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
70% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do teaching assistants get enough training when they start at Prospero Teaching?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
40% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2023 and March 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
What Prospero Teaching employees say about their job
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Best thing
Because I work in a school I get plenty holidays
Worst thing
No statutory pay and no sick pay no employee benefits no holiday pay
Teaching assistant at Prospero Teaching, March 2025
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