SEN TA In Birmingham

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Birmingham. This full-time, term-time role offers the opportunity to support pupils with a range of additional needs within an inclusive setting.

You will work closely with the teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised learning, supporting communication, emotional regulation and social development while promoting independence and positive behaviour among students.

Qualifications

• Experience providing 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children is required.
• A Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to undertake training is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Work with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised learning.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Create a safe, engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

1:1 and small-group support

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Safeguarding awareness

Resilience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) - Mainstream Primary School

Location: Birmingham

Position: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026 (or ASAP)

Join Our Friendly and Inclusive School

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming mainstream primary school in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting children with a range of additional needs, helping them to achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised learning.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children with SEN (desirable but not essential).
• Is patient, compassionate, and resilient.
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or is willing to undertake training.

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A positive and inclusive school community.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives every day.

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.