Resource Base Teaching Assistant

Smile Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary Resource Base in Birmingham (B8). The role runs from 8:30am to 3:30pm, £95–£115 per day, with September 2026 start.

You will support pupils with additional needs, including ASC and communication needs, delivering targeted interventions. You will work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to tailor support, foster confidence and promote engagement, with term-time hours and opportunities for permanent

Qualifications

• Patience and resilience in supporting children with diverse needs.
• Experience working with pupils with SEN, especially Autism, is advantageous.
• Caring, patient approach to personalized learning.
• Genuine passion for helping children succeed in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs.
• Support children with Autism in a specialised Resource Base.
• Deliver interventions and adapt activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to help every child reach potential.

Skills

Patience

Resilience

Caring demeanor

Passion for helping children

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary Resource Base Birmingham B8 | September 2026 | £95–£115 per day | 8:30am–3:30pm

An opportunity for an experienced SEN TA to join a supportive primary Resource Base, working with pupils with additional and complex needs including ASC and communication needs. You'll provide personalised support, help deliver interventions and work closely with the class teacher and wider SEND team. You will gain valuable experience within specialist SEN provision and work alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing tailored support to pupils with additional learning needs
• Supporting children with Autism in a specialised Resource Base
• Delivering interventions and adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
• Encouraging confidence, independence and positive engagement in learning
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and wider support staff to ensure every child reaches their potential

We're Looking For:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• Previous experience working with children within a UK Primary SchoolExperience supporting pupils with SEN, particularly Autism (highly desirable)
• A patient, resilient and caring approach
• A genuine passion for helping children succeed

What's On Offer?

• Competitive daily rates of £95–£115 per day
• Full-time opportunities available, with part-time applications also considered
• Immediate starts available, or secure a role ready for September
• Term-time only working pattern for excellent work-life balance
• Opportunities that can lead to permanent employment within schools

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and join a school where your support truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications