SEND Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£25,300 per annum
Vacancy ID
f2ae5193-e286-44ae-8c8c-6681b1f066ee
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 pupils with SEND or communication needs.
Calm, clear communicator with strong emotional awareness.
Comfortable using visual or alternative communication strategies.
Strong safeguarding awareness and consistent practice.
About the School
Located in Birmingham (B23), this SEND school holds a secure Ofsted Good rating and is recognised for its calm, communication-led approach. The school supports pupils with autism, speech and language needs, and emotional regulation challenges, using structured routines and predictable environments to reduce anxiety.
Classrooms are designed with clarity and regulation in mind, featuring visual timetables, quiet spaces, and consistent communication strategies. Staff work closely with speech and language therapists and behaviour specialists to ensure pupils receive joined-up support.
Leadership prioritises SEND-specific CPD and reflective practice, offering training in communication strategies, emotional regulation, and inclusive approaches. The culture is calm, purposeful, and deeply supportive — an excellent environment for someone who values clarity, patience, and meaningful progress.