Arabic-Speaking Teaching Assistant (EAL) - South Birmingham

West Midlands/ contract / £90 - 105 per day

TeacherActive is currently working closely with a welcoming primary school in South Birmingham (Solihull) who are seeking an Arabic-speaking Teaching Assistant to support pupils with English as an Additional Language (EAL).

This is a full-time role, supporting Arabic-speaking pupils in the classroom to help them access learning, understand instructions, and develop their English language skills.

The role:

  • Supporting pupils with EAL on a 1:1 and small-group basis

  • Working closely with the class teacher to adapt learning materials

  • Supporting pupils socially and emotionally within the classroom

  • Helping pupils engage confidently in lessons and school life

Role details:

  • Location: South Birmingham (Solihull)

  • ️ Days: Monday – Friday (5 days per week)

  • ⏰ Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm

  • ‍ Role: EAL Teaching Assistant

  • ️ Language requirement: Must be able to speak Arabic

The ideal candidate will:

  • Be fluent in Arabic

  • Have experience working with children in the UK (school or educational setting preferred)

  • Have experience supporting pupils with EAL (desirable but not essential)

  • Be reliable, patient, and confident working in a classroom environment

  • Be able to commit to full-time hours (Monday to Friday)

Safeguarding & compliance requirements:

To work through TeacherActive, candidates must:

  • Hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate (or be willing to apply for one)

  • Be able to provide 2 references (including a recent employer reference)

  • Have the right to work in the UK

Why work with TeacherActive?

  • Competitive daily pay, paid weekly via PAYE

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

  • Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

  • Access to a wide network of schools across Birmingham and Solihull

If you’re an Arabic-speaking Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding full-time role supporting pupils with EAL, we’d love to hear from you.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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