KS1/KS2 Teaching Assistant - Join Our Team

• Location: Birmingham
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Start Date: September 2025

If you’ve ever balanced a phonics session, a scraped knee, and a spontaneous “show and tell” involving a snail—all before morning break—you already understand the magic (and mayhem) of being a Teaching Assistant.

We’re looking for a calm, caring, and committed Primary Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and welcoming school community in Birmingham this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils—especially those with Special Educational Needs (SEN)—and help them grow both academically and emotionally in a nurturing environment.

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, inclusive, and differentiated lessons.
• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEN, including autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs—both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Help maintain a positive, structured, and stimulating classroom environment where every child feels safe and supported.
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparing learning materials, and creating engaging displays that celebrate pupil progress.
• Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence in learners—whether that’s mastering a tricky maths concept or navigating the lunch queue.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents, and external professionals to ensure each child’s individual needs are met.

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• A strong understanding of how to support children with SEN in a primary classroom.
• A calm, patient, and empathetic approach—especially when things don’t go to plan.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills—you’ll be a key part of a close-knit team.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) is desirable but not essential.

• A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school community where staff wellbeing matters.
• A supportive team of experienced teachers and SEN professionals who value your input.
• Ongoing training and professional development tailored to your interests and career goals.
• A varied and fulfilling role where no two days are the same—and every day brings a new story.
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children who need it most.

If you’re ready to bring your energy, empathy, and enthusiasm to a role that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this Primary Teaching Assistant role.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team and working together to help every child thrive.