Teaching Assistant - Barr Campus

Teaching Assistant – Care First:
Further Education – Great Barr Campus

Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm

Contract:

Permanent | Term Time Only

Eligibility: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality support to learners with SEND, SEMH, autism, and associated needs. Working under the direction of teaching staff and the Deputy Campus Lead, you will help learners access the curriculum, support their behaviour and wellbeing, and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

• Support teachers in planning and delivering lessons, providing one-to-one and small group support tailored to individual learner needs.
• Assist in creating and maintaining a stimulating learning environment and preparing teaching resources as directed.
• Support learners in managing behaviour, developing self-regulation skills, and contributing to behaviour plans.
• Assist with morning routines, personal care, and other pastoral needs as required.
• Contribute to Individual Education Plans, Behaviour Support Profiles, Personal Learning Goals, risk assessments, and maintain accurate records of learner progress and incidents.
• Ensure learner safety and wellbeing, reporting safeguarding concerns promptly to the appropriate lead.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, care staff, therapists, external agencies, and communicate effectively with parents/carers.
• Participate in training, team meetings, performance reviews, and keep up to date with best practices in SEND and specialist education.
• Support off‑site activities and educational visits, ensuring adherence to risk assessments and safety procedures.
• Maintain high professional standards, conduct, and compliance, undertaking additional duties as directed by the Deputy Campus Lead.

• Willingness to work toward relevant teaching/support qualifications;
  Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent desirable.
• Experience working in educational or student‑facing settings, with experience supporting learners with SEND/SEMH and managing challenging behaviour desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Ability to provide tailored support to meet individual learner needs.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational, and basic IT skills.
• Empathetic, patient, resilient, adaptable, committed to inclusion and learner‑centred approaches, maintaining high expectations for learners and self.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and a valid driving licence, with willingness to travel between sites as required.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) including health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits and hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We provide person‑centred education and day provision for young adults with learning difficulties, autism, mental health needs and complex needs. Our tailored programmes help learners develop life skills, build independence, and thrive within their communities. We are proud to be part of Options Autism and the Outcomes First Group.