SEND Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£24,700 - £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
d17b964b-b93b-4485-aac2-c2bbcbea1e61
Job Description
Working alongside class teachers and inclusion staff, SEND Teaching Assistants support pupils with additional needs. 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
Previous SEND experience desirable.
Compassion, patience, and creativity.
Teamwork and communication skills.
Enthusiasm for supporting young people.
About the School
This Birmingham SEND school, rated “Good” by Ofsted, is praised for its nurturing, structured approach. Pupils benefit from small classes, specialist teaching, and access to therapies that support both academic and personal growth.
The school’s ethos centres on inclusion, resilience, and confidence, with staff working closely with families to provide holistic support. Parents describe the school as life-changing, noting how staff help pupils make progress academically, socially, and emotionally.
Ofsted commended the leadership and highlighted the dedication of staff. For a Teaching Assistant, this is an opportunity to work in a school where your support will have a meaningful and visible impact.