Autism & Complex Needs Support Specialist (4-Day Week)

Birmingham Independent College; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day working week

Fridays off and term-time working

Specialist training and professional开发

Job summary

Birmingham Independent College (BIC) seeks an experienced Specialist Support Assistant to join its SEND team. You will support students with additional needs in the 14-25 age range, delivering targeted interventions and promoting independence.

Four-day working week, 08:30-15:00, with Fridays off and term-time working. You will help implement EHCP targets, monitor progress, and contribute to an inclusive ethos with small groups and personalised support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years UK school/college experience supporting students with additional needs.
• Experience delivering targeted interventions independently.
• Understanding of inclusive education and adaptive teaching strategies.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students and families.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
• Relevant Level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality 2:1, 1:1 and small group support for students with SEND.
• Deliver structured intervention programmes (e.g., literacy, numeracy, social skills, emotional regulation).
• Support the implementation of individual support plans and EHCP targets.
• Monitor, track and evaluate student progress.
• Contribute to the review of EHCP targets and support plans.
• Adapt classroom resources to meet individual needs.
• Support positive behaviour strategies and inclusion across the college.

Skills

2+ years UK school/college experience

Specialist support for complex needs

Independent intervention delivery

Inclusive education understanding

Strong communication and records

Relationship building with students &\

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C+)

Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Tools

N/A

Job description

Birmingham Independent College (BIC) seeks an experienced Specialist Support Assistant to join its SEND team. You will support students with additional needs in the 14-25 age range, delivering targeted interventions and promoting independence.

Four-day working week, 08:30-15:00, with Fridays off and term-time working. You will help implement EHCP targets, monitor progress, and contribute to an inclusive ethos with small groups and personalised support.