Play Worker

Location: Calthorpe Academy – Oaklands & Belgravia Satellite Sites, Birmingham
Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Salary: £80–£85 per day (depending on experience and/or qualifications)
Start Date: 01/11/2025

Calthorpe Academy is a specialist school in Birmingham, providing education and support for children and young people with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The academy operates satellite sites at Oaklands and Belgravia, each catering to students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and other complex needs.

We are seeking dedicated Play Workers / Teaching Assistants to support students’ learning, social, and emotional development at these sites. In this role, you will work alongside teachers to deliver tailored learning activities, assist in the classroom, and support students during structured play and school trips. Your focus will be on helping students engage with the curriculum, develop independence, and achieve their individual learning goals.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the education and development of young people with SEND.

• Support students in the classroom to engage with the curriculum and achieve learning outcomes.

• Assist teachers in planning and delivering tailored learning activities.

• Promote social interaction, communication, and emotional regulation during lessons and structured play.

• Support students with personal care and accessibility needs where required.

• Supervise and engage students safely during playtimes, trips, and outdoor learning.

• Maintain records of student progress and behaviour, contributing to Individual Support Plans (ISPs).

• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to enhance learning opportunities.

Oaklands and Belgravia are specialist satellite sites of Calthorpe Academy, providing tailored learning experiences for students with ASC and complex needs.

• Oaklands: Focuses on personalised learning and developing communication, independence, and social skills.

• Belgravia: Caters to primary-aged students with ASC, featuring structured classrooms, sensory spaces, and a curriculum designed to support learning and emotional development.

Both sites are equipped with specialist resources and staffed by dedicated teams committed to supporting each student’s learning journey and overall development.

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly those with ASC.

• Ability to support learning and development in both classroom and play-based settings.

• Patience, enthusiasm, and a proactive approach to student engagement.

• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with students.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

• Willingness to undertake relevant training and professional development.

• Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE.

• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability).

• Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.

• Pension contributions.

• Social and networking events.

• Access to a dedicated recruitment consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to supporting the development of young people. With branches across the UK, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality educators and support staff.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

If you are a compassionate and proactive Play Worker / Teaching Assistant who can support learning, development, and engagement for students with SEND, we’d love to hear from you.

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