Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

TeacherActive Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated 24/7 consultant support

CPD Courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a Learning Support Assistant (SEND) in a South Birmingham school. The role is full-time, on-site, temporary, starting ASAP, supporting pupils with diverse needs including ASD, MLD, and SLD.

You will assist with classroom activities, work one-to-one and in small groups, and may provide personal care where required. DBS checks and safeguarding are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, ASD, MLD or SLD.
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning and communication needs.
• Willingness to assist with personal care when required.
• Patient, nurturing and understanding approach to supporting vulnerable pupils.
• Positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine passion for making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils one-to-one and in small groups with learning activities.
• Assist with classroom activities and manage individual learning needs.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Support inclusive classroom environments and monitor pupil progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Pupil support

Personal care willingness

Patient and nurturing

Positive, flexible attitude

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school based in South Birmingham, supporting children and young people with a range of additional learning needs, including ASD, MLD and SLD. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and individual abilities.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis, starting as soon as possible. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils both on a one-to-one and small group basis, assisting with classroom activities, managing individual learning needs and providing personal care where required.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly ASD, MLD or SLD
• Experience supporting pupils with additional learning and communication needs
• A willingness to assist with personal care where required
• A patient, nurturing and understanding approach to supporting vulnerable pupils
• A positive, flexible and enthusiastic attitude, with a genuine passion for making a difference

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

EMAIL: [e-mail] CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224

• Company: TeacherActive Ltd
• Salary: £95 to £110 a day
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: B29
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Temporary
• Posting date: 8 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 7 Nov 2026

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

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme