SEND Teaching Assistant - EYFS / KS1
Location: Selly Oak, Birmingham (B29)
Position Type: Full-Time | Term Time Only (Monday to Friday, 8:30AM - 3:30PM)
Start Date: September 2025
Pay Rate: Negotiable (Dependent on Experience)
Contract Type: Long-Term, with potential to become permanent

Are you a nurturing and patient individual with a passion for supporting young children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Prospero Teaching is working with a warm and inclusive primary school in Selly Oak (B29) to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 and small group support within EYFS and KS1. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who can encourage engagement with learning through a supportive and structured approach, while helping children feel safe, confident, and ready to thrive.

About the Role:
- Provide tailored 1:1 and group support for pupils in EYFS and KS1 with SEND
- Foster a positive and trusting relationship that promotes childrens confidence and independence
- Support pupils early learning, communication, and social development in line with their EHCPs
- Assist with phonics, early literacy, and numeracy development in a nurturing environment
- Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and external professionals to deliver consistent support

The Ideal Candidate Will Be:
- Experienced in working with children with SEND (Autism, speech and language needs, SEMH, or global developmental delay)
- Nurturing, patient, and empathetic, with a child-centred approach
- Confident in supporting early years learning and EYFS/KS1 curriculum
- Calm under pressure, with a flexible and proactive approach
- A strong communicator and team player, able to collaborate with staff and parents

Essential Requirements:
- Right to Work in the UK
- A valid Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
- Two recent, child-related professional references (covering the last two years)
- Knowledge of EYFS/KS1 curriculum and inclusive teaching strategies

To Apply:
If you are a caring and committed Teaching Assistant ready to make a difference in the lives of children in Selly Oak, we''d love to hear from you.
Click apply to submit your CV.
Have questions? We''re here to help.

Please Note:
Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
By applying for this role, you consent to Prospero Teaching contacting you and retaining your details in accordance with GDPR.
In line with the Employment Agencies Act, all applicants must provide proof of ID and satisfactory references. Employment offers are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are unable to offer employment sponsorship for this role.