Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant (Part-Time) 2.5 DPW in Birmingham

Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

Location: Birmingham

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Long-Term (Full Academic Year)

Overview

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time role within a welcoming primary school?

We are currently recruiting for a Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a non-verbal pupil working academically at a Reception level. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child’s educational journey within a supportive and nurturing school environment.

The position is based within a Good-rated primary school that prides itself on its inclusive ethos, strong leadership and supportive staff team.

Role

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional needs.
• Support a non-verbal child with learning activities and daily routines.
• Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs and abilities.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support staff.
• Promote independence, engagement, and positive learning experiences.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

Working Pattern

• Monday – Full Day
• Tuesday – Full Day
• Wednesday – Morning Only
• 2.5 days per week
• September 2026 start
• Long-term position for the full academic year

Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children with SEND, either in a school, nursery or care setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with communication difficulties or non-verbal learners is highly desirable.
• Patient, compassionate and able to build positive relationships with children.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to adapt learning activities to support individual needs.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their potential.

School

• Ofsted-rated Good primary school.
• Warm, welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Supportive Senior Leadership Team and SENCO.
• Excellent support for staff and ongoing professional development.
• Strong focus on pupil wellbeing and achievement.
• Friendly and collaborative team culture.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Long-term, consistent placement for the full academic year.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience.
• A rewarding role within a supportive and caring school community.

Benefits

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults in line with the DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education". Applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) and an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

This job advert is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and complies with the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Supply Heroes is an equal-opportunity employer with a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying or harassment on grounds of sex, age, race, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, sex characteristics, religion or beliefs.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV.