Teaching and Learning Support Assistant (SLD Specialist Inclusion Base)

Coleshill Heath School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleshill Heath School in Birmingham is seeking a Teaching and Learning Support Assistant (SLD Specialist Inclusion Base) to join a collaborative Trust. The role is 34.5 hours per week, starting January 2027 or sooner, with DBS clearance required and a strong emphasis on safeguarding and inclusive practices.

We offer a supportive environment with professional development, modern facilities, and resources to help you thrive as part of a team committed to excellent learning for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Subject to enhanced DBS disclosure.
• Start date: January 2027 or sooner.
• Committed to safeguarding and welfare procedures.

Job description

Teaching and Learning Support Assistant (SLD Specialist Inclusion Base)

34.5 hours per week

Band C Points 8 to 14

Are you a passionate and ambitious practitioner? Do you want to thrive in an organisation that truly aspires to achieve excellence for all. If you are willing to pursue those ambitions and believe that EVERY child deserves the best every single day then we would love to hear from YOU.

Coleshill Heath School is a large primary school in the North of Solihull and is part of the Collaborative Education Trust which is a multi-academy trust that formed on 1st April 2025 supporting four schools in Solihull. The vision of The Trust is to create a family of schools who are connected by a shared belief in working in a diverse and inclusive system, with a shared desire to work in partnership in the best interests of all of our learners.

The Trust are looking to appoint a highly effective member of the Team

https://www.coedtrust.org/

Start date: January 2027 or sooner

At Coleshill Heath we can offer

• A fabulous school community
• Modern built facilities and a first-rate teaching environment
• Resources to ensure you have the tools for the job
• A leadership team that believes in a balance of SUPPORT as well as challenge - this is achieved through a first-class programme of professional development (including systems of coaching and mentoring).
• Access to networking and information sharing via our Trust and other networks
• Colleagues that share and disseminate GOOD practice on a consistent basis.

We intend to appoint someone who

• Shares our beliefs, values and common purpose
• Has a strong work ethic and fully commits (through their behaviour) to a TEAM approach
• Is consistent with attendance and punctuality
• Has ideas, aspirations and wants to take an active role in making our vision become a reality
• Recognises that the community we serve faces significant challenges but will continue to strive for success.
• Meets and exceeds our professional standards

This school is committed to rigorous safeguarding procedures and the promotion of welfare systems for all children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance of all relevant safeguarding procedures.

For further information please contact Miss Budd, Interim Head of School and Lead Learner via the School Office on 0121 779 8070 or email [e-mail] /

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Closing date: 15th November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 22nd November 2026