SEND TA

Axcis Education are working in partnership with a highly regarded primary school in Smethwick, Birmingham, to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with communication needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (LSA) with experience in speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN) who is looking to make a meaningful difference in a nurturing school environment.

The school has an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating and is committed to providing an inclusive, accessible, and well-balanced curriculum, ensuring every child can thrive.

Key Details

• Location: Smethwick, Birmingham (West Midlands)

• Start Date: September

• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm)

• Salary: £92.63 per day

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant supporting speech and language needs, you will:

• Support children aged 4–11 in a primary school setting

• Work with pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties (SLCN)

• Help develop communication, social, and language skills

• Use tools such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton

• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils

• Provide a calm, supportive classroom presence

• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored interventions

Requirements

To be successful in this SEND Teaching Assistant role, you should have:

• Previous experience supporting children with speech and language needs or SEND

• Knowledge of communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or similar

• A patient, caring, and empathetic approach

• Strong ability to build meaningful relationships with students

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Availability for full-time, long-term work (Monday–Friday)

Why Join Axcis Education?

Axcis Education is the UK’s leading SEND recruitment agency, specialising in placing Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, and SEND professionals into rewarding school roles.

We offer:

• Free CPD training, including Safeguarding Level 2

• Competitive daily pay rates

• Flexible and long-term opportunities

• Dedicated support from a local specialist consultant

• Access to a wide network of primary schools and SEND settings

Whether you are looking to gain experience in a primary school, specialise in speech and language support, or build a long-term career in SEND education, Axcis Education will support your journey every step of the way