Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Pastoral and Learning Support Worker

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.
Pay Rate: £96.98 – £101.91 per day
Location: Kings Norton, Birmingham
Hours: 32.5 hours per week – term time only

Smart Education is seeking Pastoral and Learning Support Workers to join a specialist provision in Kings Norton supporting children and young people with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, pro-active team making a real difference to vulnerable learners.

About the Role

You will work directly with pupils on both a 1:1 and small group basis, supporting them academically, emotionally, and socially to help them thrive. The role involves a strong pastoral focus and requires individuals who are caring, committed, and resilient.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting children with SEMH and a range of special educational needs

Delivering individual and small group interventions

Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils

Encouraging personal development, emotional regulation, and learning progress

Promoting high standards of behaviour and wellbeing

Working collaboratively with teaching staff and wider pastoral teams

Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate:

Experience working with children and young people with SEMH or additional needs

A flexible, imaginative, and solution-focused approach

The ability to promote learning, engagement, and emotional wellbeing

Experience supporting pupils with complex needs and challenging behaviour

A relevant Level 3 qualification (NVQ or equivalent)

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C or above

About Smart Education

Smart Education is a specialist recruiter for teaching and support staff across the West Midlands. We are committed to placing high-calibre candidates in meaningful, long-term roles across SEND and mainstream education. All applicants must complete our compliance process and hold (or be willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children.

Apply now to be part of a team shaping positive futures for young people