SEN Teaching Assistant

Smith's Wood Primary Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith's Wood Primary Academy in Birmingham is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join our OFSTED-rated Outstanding school. You will help pupils with additional needs access learning, develop confidence and participate in daily activities.

This role supports a diverse range of SEND needs across the school, not just 1:1, offering varied experiences, collaboration with teachers, and opportunities to develop transferable skills in supporting emotional and social development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Good teamwork and communication

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND across lessons and school activities.
• Assist class teachers with learning activities and classroom routines.
• Support emotional and social development of pupils in a nurturing environment.

Job description

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers and achieve their very best?

Smith’s Wood Primary Academy is looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our OFSTED-rated Outstanding school. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with additional needs, helping them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally within our inclusive school community.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in SEND who enjoys working with a diverse range of pupils with different needs and abilities. The position is not a dedicated 1:1 role; instead, the successful candidate will work across the school, helping children to access learning, build confidence and achieve their potential. The role offers a rewarding opportunity to support a variety of pupils while gaining valuable experience of a wide range of SEND needs and support strategies, developing a broad and transferable skill set.