Quinton, Birmingham
Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm
A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Quinton, Birmingham is seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This role will involve providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and thrive within the classroom environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and making a meaningful difference in a pupil’s educational journey.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide 1:1 support to pupils with SEND, helping them engage with learning activities
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support individual learning plans
Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs where required
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
Assist with classroom activities and help maintain a supportive learning environment
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
Experience working with children in a SEND school or mainstream primary school
A Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (or equivalent)
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
A patient, calm and supportive approach
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Requirements
To be considered for this role, applicants must:
Hold a DBS certificate on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one through the agency
Be able to provide two professional references from recent UK educational employers
Have the legal right to work in the UK
What TeacherActive Can Offer
Competitive rates of pay paid weekly through our payroll partners
Access to our market-leading CPD and training platform, My-Progression
24/7 support from your dedicated TeacherActive consultant
Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
Referral scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply
A fast and efficient registration process with ongoing compliance support
Opportunities to work in a variety of schools across Birmingham and the West Midlands
If you are a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in the classroom, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this exciting SEND Teaching Assistant opportunity in Quinton, Birmingham.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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