Primary Teaching Assistant

Start Date: September

Location: Smethwick, Birmingham, West Midlands

Hours: Full‑Time, Monday to Friday (8:30am – 4:00pm)

Pay: £92.63 per day

Axcis Education is proud to partner with an Ofsted‑rated Outstanding primary school in Smethwick to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant who will support pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). The role is ideal for an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or support worker wishing to help children develop confidence, communication skills and independence.

• Supporting pupils with speech, language, and communication difficulties
• Using communication tools such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton
• Delivering targeted interventions to develop language and social communication skills
• Encouraging positive interactions and peer relationships
• Providing individual and small‑group support within the classroom
• Building trusting, meaningful relationships with pupils
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals to support learning outcomes
• Promoting confidence, independence, and emotional well‑being

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND, particularly speech and language needs or communication difficulties
• Knowledge of communication approaches such as PECS, Makaton, or similar strategies
• A nurturing, empathetic, and child‑centred approach
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• An Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Availability for full‑time work, Monday to Friday

• Gain valuable experience within an Outstanding primary school
• Develop specialist knowledge in speech and language support
• Make a genuine impact on children’s educational and personal development
• Work alongside experienced SEND and education professionals
• Build a long‑term career within education and SEND support

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Free CPD and professional development courses
• Free Safeguarding Level 2 Training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
• Access to exclusive SEND and primary school vacancies
• Flexible and long‑term career opportunities

• Daily payment
• Opportunity for professional development and training
• Supportive working environment within an Outstanding school

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or other protected characteristics. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to hold an up‑to‑date DBS and comply with DfE guidelines. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.