SEND Learning Support Assistant; Temporary

Position: SEND Learning Support Assistant (Temporary)
Location: Small Heath

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs?
Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same?
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s education?

Teacher Active are working with a range of friendly and supportive schools across South Birmingham who are seeking dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistants to join their teams. These roles involve supporting pupils with a variety of special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, MLD, and complex needs.

As a SEND Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide one‑to‑one or small‑group support to pupils with SEND.
Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
Assist the class teacher with planning and delivering tailored learning activities.
Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication, personal care (if required), and behaviour management.
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and support staff to ensure pupils receive the best possible support.

We are looking for individuals who have:

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (in schools, care, youth work or similar settings).
A patient, calm and empathetic approach.
Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
The ability to adapt learning materials and strategies to individual needs.
Confidence supporting challenging behaviour using de‑escalation techniques.
A proactive attitude and willingness to get fully involved in school life.

Preferred Qualifications

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
CACHE qualification or relevant childcare/education training.
Team Teach / PMVA / MAPA or similar behaviour‑support training.
SEN‑specific training such as Autism Awareness, Speech & Language, or Mental Health.
In return for the above you can expect to receive:

· A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

· Guaranteed Payment Scheme
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* · CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

· Market leading rates of pay

· Teacher Active Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
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* Interested?

If you are passionate about supporting young people with SEND and want to make a meaningful difference, click ‘APPLY NOW’ and you will be contacted with further details about the opportunities available.

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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with Teacher Active.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services