SEND Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 16 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £110.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £90-£110 depending on experience |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B20 3AA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4780147_1773670405 |
Summary
Your new school
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Birmingham is seeking a committed SEND Teaching Assistant to join their specialist hub provision. The school has a strong reputation for supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs and offers a collaborative, well‑structured environment where staff work closely to ensure every child can thrive.
Your new role
This is a full‑time role, Monday to Friday, working within the school's SEND hub until the end of the academic year. You will be supporting a small group of approximately 5-8 pupils with additional needs such as autism, ADHD and social communication difficulties. The hub supports children across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
You will work alongside a class teacher and another experienced TA to deliver high‑quality support and create a calm, nurturing learning environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting pupils through small‑group activities and targeted interventions
- Assisting with behaviour regulation and emotional support
- Helping to maintain a structured, engaging classroom environment
- Working collaboratively with the teacher and wider SEND team
- Providing feedback and observations to support pupil progress
What you'll need to succeed
- Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly autism or ADHD
- A patient, resilient and positive approach
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build supportive relationships
- A genuine passion for helping pupils with additional needs
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
What you'll get in return
- A long‑term, full‑time role within a well‑resourced SEND hub
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
- Support from an experienced teaching and SEND leadership team
- Competitive pay and access to ongoing professional development
What you need to do now
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