Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£21,800 - £25,800 per annum
Vacancy ID
6e64bd25-8355-42fa-be49-1ee12fd45f0a
Job Description
Teaching Assistants support learning within the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher. Support may include assisting with lesson delivery, providing small group or one-to-one input, and helping to maintain effective classroom routines. Flexibility, initiative, and clear communication are key when supporting pupils of varying abilities.
Provides classroom-based support during lessons.
Delivers small group or individual interventions.
Supports classroom organisation and resources.
Encourages positive behaviour and engagement.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience supporting pupils with complex SEND needs.
Calm, patient, and consistent communication style.
Understanding of sensory regulation, communication needs, or medical pathways.
Ability to follow detailed support plans confidently.
trong safeguarding awareness.
About the School
This Birmingham (B30) SEND school is known for its outstanding commitment to meeting the needs of pupils with complex learning profiles. With a Good Ofsted rating, the school offers a therapeutic, structured, and highly personalised learning environment where pupils benefit from speech and language therapy, sensory programmes, and multi-disciplinary support.
Classrooms are low-arousal and carefully designed to reduce overwhelm, with visual communication systems, sensory zones, and calm breakout areas. Teachers and support staff work collaboratively to ensure each pupil receives consistent routines and predictable approaches that help them feel secure and ready to learn.
The school places a strong emphasis on communication development, independence, emotional wellbeing, and life skills. Staff have access to regular training in Makaton, sensory integration, de-escalation, and specialised teaching strategies for complex needs. Families frequently describe the school as exceptionally supportive and transformative for their children.
For someone who values patience, structure, and meaningful impact, this is an environment where your skills genuinely change the trajectory of a child’s school experience.