SEND Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Solihull
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£28,600 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

SEND Autism ADHD Communication Safeguarding Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

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.

    Desired Experience + Qualifications

      About the School

      This Solihull-based specialist school provides a welcoming, structured environment for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism and speech, language, and communication difficulties. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school prides itself on its calm, sensory-friendly classrooms and strong focus on emotional regulation. Staff are valued for their creativity and compassion, and leadership provides excellent mentoring for those developing a career in SEND. The sense of teamwork is tangible, with every department working in sync to build consistency and trust for pupils and families alike.

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