SEND Teaching Assistant
Solihull
Full time
£24,700 - £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
8f19e72c-e53a-422b-83c0-c6a53cb2e91e
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
Experience supporting children with SEND (autism or SEMH preferred)
Understanding of sensory regulation and communication-based approaches
Calm, empathetic, and resilient under pressure
A team player who’s passionate about inclusive education
About the School
This Solihull all-through SEND school is rated Good by Ofsted and known for its innovative, child-centred ethos. The school blends structure and flexibility to meet every learner where they are, offering individualised pathways that combine academic learning with social and emotional growth. From sensory circuits to life-skills projects, every part of the day is designed to build confidence, curiosity, and belonging. Staff describe the culture as “supportive but stretching” — leadership trusts you to make decisions, but always provides guidance when you need it. Recent developments include new outdoor sensory spaces and expanded partnerships with occupational therapy teams. It’s a place where adults model patience, professionalism, and care — and where pupils know that they are safe, valued, and capable.