Teaching Assistant

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD commitment

Innovative Deaf Education environment

Job summary

Longwill Primary School for Deaf Children in Birmingham seeks a Permanent Full Time Level 2 Teaching Assistant. The role supports Deaf Sign bilingual pupils aged 2–11, working with Teachers of the Deaf to raise standards. The appointment starts 2 November 2026 and is 32.5 hours per week, term-time only.

The school values creative thinking, initiative, teamwork, and strong communication in BSL (Level 1). A commitment to CPD and safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• Thinks creatively, uses own initiative, and works well in teams.
• Enthusiastic, motivated and a lifelong learner.
• Ability to communicate in British Sign Language (minimum Level 1).

Responsibilities

• Support the varied and complex needs of Deaf sign bilingual pupils, some with additional needs.
• Work alongside Teachers of the Deaf and fellow Teaching Assistants to raise standards.
• Help create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Creative thinking

Initiative

Teamwork

Lifelong learner

BSL communication (Level 1)

Education

BSL Level 1

Job description

A Permanent Full Time Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Required To Start 2nd November 2026

Grade A Scp 3 - 11

(£24,796 - £28,142 + SEN Point pro rata)

32.5 hours per week Term Time Only

Head Teacher – Miss Jessica Rosser

Longwill Primary School for Deaf Children, Bell Hill, Northfield, Birmingham B31 1LD

Our outstanding innovative and welcoming primary special school caters for children between the ages of 2 – 11 years old who are Deaf and require a sign bilingual education. We are currently funded for 65 places. The school has a national reputation as a centre of excellence in Deaf Education.

We seek to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant who has high expectations for Deaf children and a firm commitment to raising standards, working alongside our Teachers of the Deaf and fellow Teaching Assistants, both Deaf and hearing.

Education

Longwill is a small, friendly school which offers an excellent education to Deaf pupils from throughout the West Midlands and surrounding areas. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:

• Thinks creatively Uses their own initiative Is enthusiastic, motivated and a lifelong learner Is able to work well in teams Support the varied and complex needs of our Deaf sign bilingual pupils, some with additional needs Can work flexibly to meet the needs of the school Has the ability to communicate in British Sign Language (minimum Level 1)

We Can Offer You

• An innovative and exciting special school environment, committed to providing the best opportunities for Deaf children and staff. The opportunity to work in a school which priortises the continued professional development of its staff Delightful and hardworking Deaf sign bilingual children. A supportive environment with dedicated and highly skilled staff.

A commitment to CPD is essential.

Informal visits are strongly encouraged.

Closing Date for Applications

Monday 21st September 2026 @ 9.00 am

Interviews to be held week beginning 28th September 2026

Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Successful applicant(s) will need to provide evidence of their Identity and Right to Work in the UK.

Successful applicant(s) will have an online search undertaken before any interview.