Learning Support Assistant, City of Birmingham

  • Location: City of Birmingham
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £92.63 per day
  • Start date: 30/04/2026
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
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Job Description

We’re currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to support pupils with additional needs across schools in Acocks Green.

This role involves providing 1:1 or small group support, helping pupils feel confident, supported, and able to engage with learning throughout the school day.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be supporting pupils in line with their EHCPs, which may include:

  • Helping pupils stay engaged with classroom activities
  • Supporting communication and social interaction
  • Assisting with emotional regulation and routines
  • Providing reassurance and encouragement
  • Working closely with teachers and SEN staff

Who this role suits

  • Experience in education, SEN, care, or support work
  • Patient, reliable, and empathetic individuals
  • Those who enjoy building positive relationships with pupils
  • People who want to make a genuine difference in education

Formal qualifications are beneficial but not essential.

The details

Location: Acocks Green, B27
Hours: Full-time / Part-time options available
Pay: £92.63 – £100 per day (depending on experience)

You’ll be working through a SEND-specialist education agency that focuses on matching the right people to the right settings.

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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