Primary Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant – Special School, East Birmingham
Are you a passionate and caring Primary Teaching Assistant who wants to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? This wonderful special school in East Birmingham is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistants to join their supportive and nurturing team.

The school provides a warm, inclusive, and structured environment for children with a range of needs including Autism, Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Communication Difficulties. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be supporting pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to access learning and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support children on a 1:1 and small group basis within the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with the planning and delivery of engaging, tailored learning activities.
• Help to manage behaviour positively and promote emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence and social interaction through play and structured activities.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
• Support pupils with personal care needs if required.
• Record and report on pupil progress and achievements.
• Contribute to creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring classroom environment.

Requirements:
• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, preferably in a SEND or primary setting.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping children with special educational needs.
• A relevant qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant (desirable).
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

In Return, You Will Receive:
• A supportive and welcoming school community.
• Excellent guidance from experienced teachers and leaders.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.
• Competitive pay rates and access to dedicated consultant support.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Primary Teaching Assistant who is committed to providing nurturing, high-quality support for children with special educational needs.

If you are interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant opportunity, please “Apply Now” or contact The Education Network Birmingham. Not the role for you? Ask the team about our other Primary Teaching Assistant vacancies or refer a Teaching Assistant and ask about our excellent referral scheme.


The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.