KS1 SEND TA - Nurturing Support for Non-Verbal Kids

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a KS1 Resource Base in Moseley, Birmingham. You will support children with learning and communication needs in a nurturing, inclusive setting.

The role involves working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and support team to help children access activities and build communication, social development, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

This full-time, year-long position starts ASAP and offers a stable, long-term placement.

Qualifications

• Have previous experience working with children in a primary, SEND or specialist setting.
• Ideally have experience supporting children with communication difficulties, autism or complex learning needs.
• Be confident supporting non-verbal children and using alternative communication methods where required.
• Be kind, patient, bubbly and nurturing, with a genuine passion for working with children.
• Have a calm and positive approach to supporting children who may struggle to communicate their emotions or needs.
• Be enthusiastic about encouraging children's independence, communication and confidence.
• Be able to work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.
• Be committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported.

Responsibilities

• Support KS1 children with learning, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Work closely with the children to engage with activities and access the wider school environment.
• Build trusting relationships with children and bring positivity and energy to the classroom.
• Collaborate with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to support pupil progress.

Skills

SEND experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Aspire People is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a KS1 Resource Base in Moseley, Birmingham. You will support children with learning and communication needs in a nurturing, inclusive setting.

The role involves working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and support team to help children access activities and build communication, social development, and emotional wellbeing throughout the school day.

This full-time, year-long position starts ASAP and offers a stable, long-term placement.