SEND Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Birmingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£27,700 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

SEND Classroom experience Adaptability Communication Patience Safeguarding Intervention

FULL DESCRIPTION

SEND Teaching Assistant

Birmingham

Full time

£24,700 - £27,700 per annum

Job Description

Supporting pupils throughout the school day, SEND Teaching Assistants help create calm and structured learning environments. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities. Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions. Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities. Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour. Mains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

  • Classroom experience in a primary school setting
  • Experience working with children with SEND
  • A patient, adaptable approach to supporting individual learning needs

About the School

This primary school in Nuneaton is committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for all students. With a dedicated SEND provision and a Good Ofsted rating, the school takes pride in ensuring that every child, regardless of their learning needs, receives the support and encouragement they need to succeed. The staff team is welcoming and collaborative, making it a fantastic place to work. Milestone Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Our HR and Safeguarding team will support you throughout the process.

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