SEND Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£24,700 - £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
7a6be719-e86a-49a0-9555-8dfea9e8cf99
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 SEND pupils in schools or youth settings
Strong communication and the ability to remain steady under pressure
Understanding of autism sensory needs or communication differences
Willingness to learn new SEND approaches through ongoing training
Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries
About the School
This Birmingham B13 SEND school is recognised for its inclusive ethos and its ability to provide personalised support for pupils with complex communication and developmental needs. Rated Good by Ofsted the school blends therapeutic approaches with a clear structured curriculum that promotes independence emotional literacy and essential life skills.
The building includes sensory rooms quiet spaces and well designed classrooms that reduce overload and encourage focus. Staff work closely with families and external agencies ensuring that every pupil receives consistent coordinated support. The leadership team invests heavily in CPD offering training on autism communication pathways and behaviour as communication.
Staff describe the environment as calm stable and uplifting with a strong emphasis on teamwork and reflective practice. This is an ideal place for someone who wants to make a visible difference each day and be part of a school culture where small wins are celebrated and every child is given the tools to thrive.