Experienced Teaching Assistant

Experienced Behavioural 1:1 Teaching Assistant ✨
Location: Selly Oak
Start Date: ASAP April 2026
⏰ Hours: Full-time, Term-Time Only (School Hours 8.30am-3.30pm)

Do you have experience supporting children with SEN and challenging behaviour?

Are you confident managing behaviour in a Primary classroom setting?

Are you passionate about making a difference in a child’s educational journey?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School in Selly Oak. The school promotes an inclusive and supportive environment, with a strong focus on helping every child reach their full potential, regardless of their individual needs.

The school is looking to take on a Primary SEN Teaching Assistant on a long-term basis, starting ASAP. The successful Primary SEN Teaching Assistant will be working closely with pupils who display challenging behaviour and have additional needs, providing 1:1 and small group support while assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.

The successful Primary SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
• Experience working with children with SEN and challenging behaviour
• A relevant qualification in education or childcare is desirable
• Experience supporting pupils in a Primary school setting
• Strong behaviour management skills
• A patient and resilient approach
• A ‘can-do’ attitude and willingness to support across the classroom

In return for the above you can expect to receive:
• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: beth.gould

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and placing teachers and support staff into rewarding roles. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Please note that you MUST have or be willing to obtain a CHILD DBS on the yearly update service & provide x2 references to show previous experience working with children or young people.

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