SEND Teaching Assistant in Birmingham

Axcis are seeking dedicated special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) teaching assistants to join our inclusive team in Birmingham, with the view of starting immediately and throughout the next academic year from September. The successful candidates will provide high-quality, personalised support to pupils with SEND, working closely with class teachers to promote academic progress, independence and wellbeing. Within this role, you will be paid £14.25 an hour.

Axcis are working with a number of inclusive academic settings that are passionate about providing staff with opportunities to flourish and provide accessible opportunities for all children in their care. The schools believe that education is a collaborative process and all staff, family and children need to be effectively working together to provide a well-balanced education for all students.

• Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering differentiated lessons for pupils with SEND.
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support, implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating observations to teachers and parents.
• Foster a safe, respectful and stimulating classroom environment.
• Contribute to team meetings, safeguarding duties and professional development activities.

• Previous experience working with young people.
• Knowledge and experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Availability to work 8:30am – 4:00pm, term-time only.

Axcis Education is a specialist SEND recruitment agency connecting Teaching Assistants with rewarding roles in primary schools and SEND settings across the UK. We offer free online training, including a Safeguarding Level 2 qualification, to support your professional development. You’ll benefit from flexible work, competitive pay, and ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant. Whether you want to gain primary school experience or build a career in SEND, Axcis Education provides the training, guidance, and long-term opportunities to help you succeed.

Contact Jake Warner on 0121 827 2030 ext: 6373.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.