Flourish Education are recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a Primary School in the Bartley Green area. This is a long-term role starting in September 2026 and continuing until July 2027.
The role is available on either a full-time basis or 4 days per week and will involve working within the school's SEND Hub, supporting children with a range of complex additional needs from Reception through to Year 6.
The school is looking for a compassionate, adaptable and proactive Teaching Assistant who has experience supporting children with Autism, SEMH and learning difficulties. You will work as part of an experienced SEND team alongside a SEND Teacher and two SEND Teaching Assistants, supporting up to 12 pupils throughout the school day.
Responsibilities as a SEND Teaching Assistant:
· Supporting pupils with complex SEND needs, including Autism, SEMH and learning difficulties
· Providing academic, emotional and pastoral support throughout the school day
· Using communication strategies such as Makaton, communication boards and Intensive Interaction
· Supporting pupils with personal care where required
· Working closely with the SEND Teacher and wider SEND team
· Supporting pupils from Reception through to Year 6, adapting to a range of individual needs
· Following EHCP targets and the school's policies and procedures
Required Skills and Experience:
· Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
· Experience supporting children with complex SEND needs
· Knowledge of Autism, SEMH and learning difficulties
· Experience using communication strategies such as Makaton, communication boards or Intensive Interaction is desirable
· Comfortable providing personal care
· Patient, resilient and flexible approach to supporting children with additional needs
Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:
· £92.50 - £95 a day, dependent on experience
· Holiday Pay – 12.07% accrued for PAYE candidates
· Pension Contributions
· Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training
· Refer a Friend bonus scheme
· Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
This position is based in the Bartley Green area, with good transport links and easy access from Quinton, Weoley Castle, Harborne, Northfield and Selly Oak.
If you are interested in this role, please apply now or contact Olivia for more information – we would love to hear from you.
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