SEND Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£24,700 – £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
52e16f58-4b0d-4f31-8285-eecf781b9ac8
Job Description
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with pupils who require additional support to access learning. 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 in any capacity
Understanding of sensory needs and behaviour as communication
Calm, steady and solution-focused approach
Ability to follow structured support plans Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice
About the School
This Birmingham B8 SEND school is widely respected for its structured, therapeutic approach and its focus on helping pupils develop communication, independence and emotional confidence. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school combines a calm atmosphere with a highly organised curriculum that gives pupils predictable routines and personalised pathways.
The staff team blends teachers, therapists and specialist assistants who collaborate closely to ensure every pupil receives consistent high-quality support. Sensory rooms, breakout spaces and life-skills areas are available to help learners regulate and practise independence safely. The leadership team invests heavily in staff training on autism, sensory integration and emotional regulation, creating a professional environment where support staff feel empowered and well-prepared.
Families value the school’s communication and the steady progress children make both socially and academically. This is a fantastic setting for someone who wants to deepen their SEND expertise and work in a school where kindness, structure and high expectations go hand in hand.