Learning Support Assistant. Job in Selly Oak Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; Metchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A nurturing Catholic primary school in Selly Oak is seeking dedicated Key Stage 2 SEND Teaching Assistants. This full-time role involves supporting students with special educational needs, promoting confidence, and ensuring every child reaches their potential. Join a supportive team in a caring environment committed to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly in Key Stage 2.
• Demonstrate a positive, flexible and patient approach.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted support.
• Help remove barriers to learning and promote pupil confidence.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Patience

Relationship Building

Safeguarding

Child Development

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

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

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

The successful candidates will work closely with the class teacher and SENDCo to deliver targeted intervention support to pupils in Key Stage 2, both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis. You will help remove barriers to learning, promote pupil confidence, and support children in making sustained progress in a caring, structured setting.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Have experience supporting children with SEND, particularly in Key Stage 2

• Demonstrate a positive, flexible and patient approach

• Can build strong relationships with children, staff and families

• Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child development

• Are committed to upholding the school s inclusive and faith-driven ethos

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real 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 d love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Shan Haywood at
(url removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.