Inclusion Support Assistant

Inclusion Support Assistant Location: Birmingham, Secondary Schools Start date: ASAP/ Start Date Pay Rate: £95-£100 (dependent on experience) About the role: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Inclusion Support Teaching Assistant to work within schools across Birmingham. This role involves supporting pupils with additional needs, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to ensure they can access learning in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. You will work closely with teaching staff and SENCOs to provide tailored support, promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement and progress. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with additional needs Assist the class teacher in delivering adapted lessons to meet individual learning needs Support pupils with social, emotional and behavioural development Implement strategies to promote inclusion and positive behaviour within the classroom Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff Support pupils with personal care where required Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals Key Requirements: Previous experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or SEND setting Understanding of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH (desirable) Strong communication and interpersonal skills A patient, empathetic and proactive approach Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team A valid enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one) Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential What we offer: Opportunities to work in a variety of supportive school environments Ongoing professional development and training Flexible working options Competitive rates of pay How to apply: If this role sounds like the role for you please apply with your most up to date CV! All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website