Location: Birmingham, B10
Start date: TBC
Role: SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Your new school

I am working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Birmingham that is committed to providing a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment for every pupil. The school is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide consistent 1:1 support to a child with autism.

Your new role

You will support a pre-verbal Year 2 pupil with autism on a 1:1 basis, helping them to remain safe, regulated and engaged throughout the school day. The pupil spends much of their time in a resource-based-style room but may attempt to leave the designated area and access other rooms, including the staff room and a classroom attended by their sibling. You will therefore need to be consistently vigilant, attentive and proactive while using a calm, reassuring approach.

• Provide attentive and consistent 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil, primarily within a resource-based-style room.
• Use appropriate communication strategies to support a pre-verbal pupil.
• Maintain close supervision and respond quickly if the pupil attempts to leave the learning area.
• Support with intimate care respectfully and in line with school safeguarding procedures.
• Use positive handling strategies when required and in accordance with school policy and training.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.
• Encourage engagement, routine and positive development in a safe learning environment.

What you'll need to succeed

• Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting teaching & learning
• Experience supporting children with autism and complex SEN needs.
• Confidence supporting a pre-verbal child.
• Willingness and ability to provide intimate care.
• Positive handling training or relevant practical experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent vigilance, attention and awareness of safeguarding.
• A patient, resilient and calm approach.
• The ability to build trust while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries

What you need to do now

If you are an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant who can provide focused, reliable support, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

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