Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant – Balsall Heath

About the role

This full‑time position supports a small group of pupils within a specialist Resource Base at a primary school in Balsall Heath, Birmingham. You will work Monday to Friday with an early finish at 12:30 pm each Friday, delivering personalised learning and care for children with complex needs.

Key responsibilities

• Support a small group of pupils with severe learning difficulties, non‑verbal autism and other complex needs.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and specialist staff to plan and deliver engaging, tailored lessons.
• Provide one‑to‑one assistance to help pupils meet individual learning and developmental goals.
• Assist with personal care tasks, ensuring dignity and respect for each child.
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and communicate updates to the teaching team.

Required profile

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
• Valid Paediatric or Emergency First Aid certification.
• Experience working in an Early Years setting, preferably with SEN pupils.
• Demonstrated experience supporting children with autism and complex needs.
• Confidence in providing personal care where required.
• Calm, nurturing and patient approach with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Supportive and experienced SEN team within a welcoming school environment.
• Early finish every Friday at 12:30 pm.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a specialist Resource Base.
• Chance to make a lasting impact on the education and well‑being of children with complex needs.