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

Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

Birmingham | 2.5 Days per Week | September 2026 Start | Long-Term Opportunity

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 who is currently 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.

The Role

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with additional needs.
• Supporting a non-verbal child with learning activities and daily routines.
• Adapting learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs and abilities.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support staff.
• Promoting independence, engagement and positive learning experiences.
• Monitoring progress and providing 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

The 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.

The 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.

Location:

Birmingham

Position:

Part-Time Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant

Start Date:

September 2026

Contract:

Long-Term (Full Academic Year)

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.

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’. Therefore, applicants will be subject to a variety of checks, including an enhanced DBS check (unless on the update service) along with a variety of others including 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 to the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

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