Teaching Assistant - Arabic Speaking

Axcis Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,605 - 17,527; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD training (Safeguarding Level

Dedicated local consultant

Long-term opportunities

Wide network of SEND settings

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is partnering with a Birmingham primary school to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with communication needs, including SLCN. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm, starting September 2026.

You will work with children aged 4–11, using PECS/Makaton to develop communication and social skills, in a supportive classroom under teachers and the SENCO. An Enhanced DBS and Update Service are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with speech and language needs or SEND.
• Fluent in Arabic.
• Knowledge of communication strategies such as PECS or Makaton.

Responsibilities

• Support children aged 4–11 in a primary school setting.
• Work with pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties (SLCN).
• Help develop communication, social and language skills.
• Use tools such as PECS and Makaton.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Provide a calm, supportive classroom presence.
• Work with teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored interventions.

Skills

Arabic

SEND experience

Job description

Axcis Education is partnering with a primary school in Birmingham to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with communication needs. This role is for a SEND or Learning Support Assistant with experience in speech, language, and communication needs, looking to make a meaningful difference in a nurturing environment.

Key Details

• Location: Birmingham (West Midlands)
• Start Date: September 2026
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm)
• Salary: £92.63 per day

Role

As a Teaching Assistant supporting speech and language needs, you will:

• Support children aged 4–11 in a primary school setting
• Work with pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties (SLCN)
• Help develop communication, social, and language skills
• Use tools such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Provide a calm, supportive classroom presence
• Work alongside teachers and SENCOs to deliver tailored interventions

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with speech and language needs or SEND
• Fluent in Arabic
• Knowledge of communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton, or similar
• A patient, caring, and empathetic approach
• Strong ability to build meaningful relationships with students
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Availability for full-time, long-term work (Monday‑Friday)

Benefits

• Free CPD training, including Safeguarding Level 2
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible and long-term opportunities
• Dedicated support from a local specialist consultant
• Access to a wide network of primary schools and SEND settings

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.

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.

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