SEND Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£27,560 - £30,560 per annum
Vacancy ID
572ff257-5caf-4370-8cc5-826ab2d9e738
Job Description
Supporting pupils throughout the school day, SEND Teaching Assistants help create calm and structured learning environments. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions.
Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
Maintains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience supporting pupils with SEND in education or care settings
Strong ability to create a nurturing, inclusive and empowering environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a calm, dependable approach
Awareness of the national curriculum and how to support access for learners with additional needs
A team‑player mindset and willingness to collaborate professionally
About the School
This primary school in Meon Vale holds a “Good” rating from Ofsted. Staff work collaboratively to ensure all children, including those with additional needs, are supported to thrive. The school values children’s wellbeing alongside strong learning outcomes and aims to create a community where everyone is encouraged, included and able to succeed.