Birmingham, B19 | Full-Time | Long-Term Opportunity | Immediate Start
Supply Heroes are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive Primary School in Birmingham, B19, rated Good by Ofsted.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a friendly primary school on a full-time, long-term basis. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a nurturing and inclusive school community that is committed to supporting pupils with additional needs.
The school prides itself on its welcoming environment, supportive leadership team and commitment to ensuring every child achieves their full potential.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will provide dedicated support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and thrive both academically and socially.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND.
* Supporting children with needs such as ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and learning needs.
* Assisting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons.
* Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing, confidence and social development.
* Implementing individual education plans and EHCP targets.
* Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
* Working collaboratively with teachers, SENDCOs and support staff.
* Monitoring progress and providing feedback to the wider school team.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
* Has previous experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant or Teaching Assistant.
* Has experience supporting children with additional needs.
* Is patient, caring and resilient.
* Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
* Is confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
* Has strong behaviour management and communication skills.
* Is proactive and able to use their own initiative.
* Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
What the School Offers
* A welcoming and inclusive school environment.
* Supportive and experienced leadership team.
* Friendly and dedicated staff.
* Ongoing professional development opportunities.
* Long-term stability and consistency.
* The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.
* Potential for the role to continue on a long-term basis for the right candidate.
Requirements
* Previous SEND experience preferred.
* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
* Two satisfactory professional references.
* Right to work in the UK.
* Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
Job Details
Position: SEND Teaching Assistant
Location: Birmingham, B19
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term
Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time Only
School Type: Primary School
Ofsted Rating: Good
If you are a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a supportive primary school, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a member of the Supply Heroes team will be in touch.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Supply Heroes is an equal opportunities employer with a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying or harassment on grounds of sex, age, race, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, sex characteristics, religion or beliefs
Salary description
£95.00 - £100.00 per day