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SEN Lunchtime Activity Support Assistant

Posted: 25-02-2026
Category: SEN
Location: Birmingham
Type: Full-time / Contract
Salary: £13 - £20 per hour

SEN Lunchtime Activity Support Assistant
Location: Erdington
Part-Time | Immediate Start | Term Time Only
Smile Education are currently working in partnership with a specialist SEN school in the Erdington area who are looking to recruit reliable and enthusiastic midday support staff to assist with lunchtime supervision and structured activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children and are confident leading games and engaging activities in a supportive school environment.
The Role: You will be supporting during lunchtime by:

Supervising pupils during lunch
Leading structured games and activities
Encouraging positive social interaction
Supporting pupils with additional needs
Promoting a safe and engaging outdoor/indoor environment

Working Hours:

Part time
Opportunity for more hours for the right candidate

This role is ideal for:

Teaching Assistants looking for additional hours
Sports coaches or activity leaders
University students
Individuals with SEN experience
Anyone passionate about working with children in a supportive setting

We Are Looking For:

A confident and proactive individual
Someone comfortable running games and activities
Experience working with children (SEN experience desirable but not essential)
A positive, patient and energetic approach

Why Apply?

Consistent weekly hours
Supportive SEN school environment
Opportunity to gain valuable SEN experience
Ongoing support from Smile Education

If this sounds like something you would enjoy, apply via Indeed today or send your CV to stella@smile-education.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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