Flexible SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism Support (Primary/Secondary)

TeacherActive Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultants 24/7

CPD courses and certificates

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive is working with specialist SEND schools in Handsworth, Birmingham to recruit an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for flexible day-to-day cover starting in September 2026. You will support pupils with Autism across primary and secondary ages, adapting to different classrooms and working closely with teaching staff.

The role is on-site, part-time and temporary, with PAYE pay and a daily rate of £90–£100.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people with Autism / ASD
• Previous experience working as a SEND Teaching Assistant within UK schools or specialist provisions
• Excellent behaviour management and communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism across primary and secondary age groups
• Adapt to different classrooms while working closely with teaching staff
• Provide targeted support to enable each child to access learning and participate in class activities

Skills

Autism support

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Relationship building

Patience

Adaptability

Job description

TeacherActive is working with specialist SEND schools in Handsworth, Birmingham to recruit an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for flexible day-to-day cover starting in September 2026. You will support pupils with Autism across primary and secondary ages, adapting to different classrooms and working closely with teaching staff.

The role is on-site, part-time and temporary, with PAYE pay and a daily rate of £90–£100.