Primary Focus and Self-Belief Partner
Birmingham
Full time
£23,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
1db28a98-fbdb-44cb-b4d7-5454d4a8943c
Job Description
A supportive Primary school in Birmingham is seeking a Primary Focus and Self-Belief Partner to work with pupils who struggle to sustain attention, confidence, or motivation during lessons. You’ll support children who may disengage quietly, avoid tasks, or need reassurance to keep going when learning feels challenging.
Your role will include providing in-class support, guiding pupils through focus strategies, and offering calm 1:1 encouragement during independent work. Some pupils may need help breaking tasks into manageable steps; others benefit from positive reinforcement and steady prompts to remain engaged. You’ll help pupils reconnect effort with success in a way that feels achievable and supportive.
Working closely with class teachers and the SEND team, you’ll help embed consistent approaches that strengthen focus and self-belief. This role suits someone patient, observant, and motivated by helping children build confidence alongside learning skills.
Support pupils with focus, confidence, and engagement.
Provide calm in-class guidance and encouragement.
Assist with task initiation and sustained attention.
Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND staff.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience supporting Primary-aged pupils.
Warm, encouraging communicator with strong relational skills.
Confidence supporting attention and confidence-building needs.
Strong safeguarding awareness and consistent practice.
About the School
Located in Birmingham (B32), this Primary school holds a secure Ofsted Good rating and is recognised for its inclusive, confidence-focused approach to learning. Staff place strong emphasis on helping pupils remain engaged and supported, particularly those who struggle quietly with focus or self-belief.
Classrooms follow clear routines and consistent expectations that help pupils feel safe and able to concentrate. Targeted support is available for children who need help sustaining attention or rebuilding confidence, ensuring progress remains steady and encouraging.
Leadership values collaboration and professional development, offering CPD in engagement strategies, inclusive practice, and pupil wellbeing. The environment is calm, supportive, and well suited to someone who enjoys helping children stay connected to learning and belief in themselves.
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What do I need?
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
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A DBS (and Overseas Police Check if you’ve recently lived outside the UK for more than 6 months).
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Education-based referee details - we’ll apply for the references!
That’s it! Our process is simple, and our consultants will advise on how to fast track your checks so you can start working ASAP.
Equal Opportunities Employer
Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will be there to support you throughout the process.
But, I don’t want to register with a supply agency, why should I sign up with Milestone?
We get it. Supply agencies can’t always deliver exactly what you’re looking for, but that’s where we’re different…
We’re an education platform service who partner with schools and MATs to support their recruitment, training and wellbeing needs. It’s in our interest to secure you a role you’ll love, in a setting you’ll want to stay in, with a view to progressing your career. If that’s what you want!
Our HR and Safeguarding team consistently go the extra mile to complete your checks as quickly as possible - at no cost to you. To put so much hard work and valuable time into completing these checks and then NOT deliver the opportunities you are looking for…? Well, we’d go out of business pretty quickly!
How much does it cost and how much will I be paid?
Our services to you are completely free.
Costs will only incur if you require a new DBS or OSPC, but don't worry - we can still put you forward for interviews while the applications in process, so you won't miss out on all the exciting opportunities!
All roles are paid in line with Teachers Pay and Conditions, or are matched with each school’s salary guidelines for the role you undertake. We'll always negotiate the best possible pay rates that reflect your hard work, experience and qualifications.