Speech and Language Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education is seeking a personable and dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with speech and language needs. This opportunity would also suit a recent Speech and Language graduate or someone who has gained relevant experience through another profession.

Based in Erdington, this welcoming and supportive primary school is committed to celebrating the successes of both students and staff. The position is full-time, starting in September and operates Monday to Friday.

• Support children aged 4 to 11 years.
• Work closely with pupils who have speech and language needs.
• Deliver speech and language interventions.
• Build positive, meaningful relationships with students.
• Provide a calm and supportive presence within the classroom.
• Assist children with varying complex needs to access learning and achieve their individual goals.

• Previous experience supporting children with speech and language needs.
• A caring, patient, and empathetic nature.
• Ability to foster positive and meaningful relationships with pupils.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

• Pay rate of £14.25 per hour.
• Free online training, including a Safeguarding Level 2 qualification.
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.
• Access to long-term career opportunities within education and SEND.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Axcis is an equal‑opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal‑opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up-to-date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Contact:
Jake Warner, Telephone:  l Ext: 6373