SEND Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - SEN Resource Provision
Primary School, Birmingham
Full Time | 08:30 - 15:30 | Starting April 2026
£16.90 per hour

A welcoming primary school in Birmingham is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team full time from April 2026. This role will be based within the school's resource provision, supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs to access learning, develop confidence, and thrive in a structured and nurturing environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

The role will include:

• Supporting pupils with SEN on a 1:1 and small group basis

• Assisting the class teacher and wider staff team within the resource provision

• Helping to deliver tailored learning and intervention activities

• Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement

• Creating a positive, safe, and encouraging learning environment

• Promoting independence, confidence, and progress throughout the school day

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children with SEN, ideally in a school or similar setting

• Is patient, nurturing, and proactive in their approach

• Can build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

• Is confident supporting a range of additional needs

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children in education

What's on offer:

• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

• Working hours of 08:30 - 15:30

• Competitive pay of £16.90 per hour

• Opportunity to work in a supportive primary school environment

• Start date in April 2026

This role would suit an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with relevant SEN support experience who is looking for a rewarding full-time position in Birmingham.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.