Graduate Teaching Assistant - Birmingham

Teaching Personnel Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency in Birmingham is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in a purpose-built SEN provision. The role involves providing support for pupils with special educational needs, assisting with classroom activities, and creating a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will be empathetic graduates with a genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs. Full training and support will be provided, making this a rewarding opportunity in the education sector.

Benefits

Free child protection training

Full assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Graduate in any subject (Psychology, Education, Sociology, Sports Science, etc. desirable).
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist with classroom activities and learning plans.
• Support behaviour, engagement, and inclusion.
• Help create a safe and structured learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Graduate degree in any subject

Job description

Graduate Teaching Assistant – Birmingham

Teaching Personnel is recruiting Graduate Teaching Assistants to work in a purpose-built SEN provision in North Birmingham, supporting students with EHCPs, including ASD, SEMH, and PMLD. The school offers a welcoming environment with experienced, supportive staff who will guide you throughout your journey.

This full-time role is ideal for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, social care, or youth work.

Key Details

• Pay: £420–£445 per week (paid weekly)
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm
• Full-time, term-time

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN
• Assist with classroom activities and learning plans
• Support behaviour, engagement, and inclusion
• Help create a safe and structured learning environment

Person Specification

• Graduate in any subject (Psychology, Education, Sociology, Sports Science, etc. desirable)
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine interest in supporting children with additional needs
• Previous experience with children is beneficial but not essential

Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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