SLD Primary School Teaching Assistant, Smethwick

Axcis Education Recruitment; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate Teaching Assistant in Smethwick to support a child with Severe Learning Difficulties. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, focusing on implementing Individual Education Plans and helping create an inclusive classroom environment. Applicants should have school-based experience, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to obtain a valid DBS. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child's life.

Benefits

Opportunity to make an impact

Supportive work environment

Potential for long-term work

Qualifications

• Previous school-based experience is essential.
• Experience working with children with SEN is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the learning and development of a child.
• Assist in implementing and monitoring Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Support students' academic, emotional, and social development.

Skills

School-based experience

Experience with children with SEN

Excellent communication skills

Positive and flexible approach

Job description

Start Date: September 2025 Location: Smethwick Position Type: Full-time (Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm) Pay: From £89 per day/ £13.86 per hour Long-term work available We are currently seeking a compassionate and patient Teaching Assistant to join an inclusive school start this September. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity supporting a child with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). Key Responsibilities: • Provide support in the learning and development in a child's life. • Assist in implementing and monitoring Individual Education Plans (IEPs) • Support students' academic, emotional, and social development • Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other school staff • Help create an inclusive, safe, and engaging classroom environment Requirements: • Previous school-based experience is essential • Experience working with children with SEN is essential • Positive, patient, and flexible approach to supporting young people • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • A valid DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a child's life. If you have the skills and experiences, Apply Today!

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Sofina Ashiq on 0121 827 2030 l Ext: 4008.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Sofina Ashiq

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 4008