Enable job alerts via email!

Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 27,000

Full time

4 days ago
Be an early applicant

Generate a tailored resume in minutes

Land an interview and earn more. Learn more

Start fresh or import an existing resume

Job summary

A welcoming Catholic primary school in Selly Oak is seeking dedicated Key Stage 2 SEND Teaching Assistants to promote inclusion and support pupils with special educational needs. Candidates should possess a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification and demonstrate a compassionate, patient approach. The role offers a chance to impact every child's learning journey positively within a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

  • Experience supporting children with SEND, especially in Key Stage 2.
  • Good understanding of safeguarding and child development.
  • Commitment to the school’s inclusive and faith-driven ethos.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver targeted intervention support in small groups and one-to-one.
  • Help remove barriers to learning and promote pupil confidence.
  • Support children in making sustained progress within a caring, structured setting.

Skills

Compassionate
Motivated
Patient
Flexible
Relationship building

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Key Stage 2 SEND Teaching Assistant – Intervention Support

Location:

Selly Oak, Birmingham, B29

Position Type:

Full-time, Term-time Only

Salary:

Dependent on experience

Start Date:

September 2025

Overview:

Are you a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs (SEND)? A welcoming Catholic primary school in Selly Oak (B29) is seeking dedicated Key Stage 2 SEND Teaching Assistants to join their supportive team.

School Ethos:

The school places Christ at the centre of its activities, fostering a community built on love, respect, and inclusivity. Pupils are encouraged to flourish academically and spiritually in a nurturing environment where everyone is valued and supported to reach their God-given potential.

Responsibilities:
  1. Work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted intervention support in small groups and one-to-one.
  2. Help remove barriers to learning and promote pupil confidence.
  3. Support children in making sustained progress within a caring, structured setting.
Candidate Requirements:
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
  • Experience supporting children with SEND, especially in Key Stage 2.
  • Positive, flexible, and patient approach.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with children, staff, and families.
  • Good understanding of safeguarding and child development.
  • Commitment to the school’s inclusive and faith-driven ethos.
Additional Information:

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school where every child is known, loved, and supported. If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to be part of a nurturing, community-focused team, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will be contacted for suitability discussion and invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID verification, and professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a wide range of opportunities in schools and educational institutions with competitive rates and flexible timings.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract staffing services.

Register with TeacherActive or learn more about our services.

Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop a PDF, DOC, DOCX, ODT, or PAGES file up to 5MB.