SEND Teaching Assistants - Northfield, Birmingham
We are currently recruiting multiple full-time Teaching Assistants to work in a supportive and inclusive primary school in Northfield. These roles are based within the school's resource base, supporting a small group of children with additional learning and behavioural needs.
The children you will be supporting may find it challenging to access traditional sit-down lessons and require provision-based support to help them engage with the curriculum in a way that meets their individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting a small group of pupils with additional learning and behavioural needs
* Adapting activities to help pupils access the curriculum effectively
* Providing structured, practical, and nurturing support outside of traditional classroom settings where needed
* Supporting emotional regulation, engagement, and positive behaviour
* Working closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement tailored support strategies
* Creating a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment
Requirements:
* Previous experience working with children in a school, SEND, or similar setting - essential
* Experience supporting children with additional needs and/or behavioural challenges - highly desirable
* A patient, resilient, and flexible approach
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
Why work through Aspire People?
* Full-time, ongoing opportunities
* Support from a dedicated Aspire People consultant
* Access to training and CPD opportunities
* Competitive rates of pay
If you are passionate about making a positive difference and supporting children who need an alternative approach to learning, we would love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks