Primary Teaching Assistant

First for Education is seeking a highly experienced and supportive Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Brierley Hill, supporting pupils with significant SEMH needs and complex cognitive and learning difficulties. This is a full-time, or part time ongoing position, working closely with teaching staff to support pupils across KS1 and KS2 within 1:1, small group, and whole-class settings.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting children with high-level additional needs, particularly pupils with limited verbal communication. You will be confident using alternative communication strategies, including visual supports and Makaton, to help pupils with understanding, engagement, emotional regulation, and communication.

The school has a strong focus on inclusive learning and pupil development, with a supportive staff team and a nurturing learning environment, making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact within a specialist support role.

You will be confident supporting pupils with SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, and complex learning needs, while adapting support strategies to meet individual pupil requirements. The role may also involve providing personal care, so professionalism and confidence in this area are essential.

Experience supporting speech and language interventions such as WellComm is highly desirable.

Only candidates with clear, demonstrable experience supporting pupils with communication-focused SEND needs and significant SEMH challenges will be considered.

Primary Teaching Assistant benefits: 

• Competitive daily rate (£85 – £110 per day, dependent on experience) 
  • Paid weekly 
  • Long-term stability 
  • Access to professional development and CPD opportunities 
  • Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement 
  • £150 refer a friend scheme (T&Cs apply) 

 
Primary Teaching Assistant role requirements:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based desirable)
  • Experience supporting pupils within a primary school setting
  • Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs, speech and language difficulties, or complex learning needs
  • Confidence using alternative communication strategies such as visual supports or Makaton
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A patient, proactive and supportive approach
  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
  • Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply 

The successful Primary Teaching Assistant will: 

• Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 and small group basis 
  • Assist the teacher with lesson delivery and classroom activities 
  • Encourage pupil engagement and participation 
  • Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and engagement using tailored support strategies
  • Work with pupils with additional needs within whole-class, small group, and hub-based settings
  • Help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment 
  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and support teams 

 
Interested in this Primary Teaching Assistant job in Brierley Hill? 
If you are interested in applying for this Primary Teaching Assistant role in Brierley Hill, please apply today or send your CV to Tiffany@firstforeducation.co.uk 
 
Safeguarding & Compliance 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. 
Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. 
We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required. 

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you’ll need an enhanced DBS check and we’ll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.