Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Resource Base

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A caring and passionate individual is sought for the role of Teaching Assistant at Topcliffe School in Birmingham. The position involves supporting pupils in Early Years, particularly those with Autism and speech, language, and communication needs, within an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Access to structured CPD and apprenticeships

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave starting at 30 days

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years and/or SEND provision.
• Understanding of benefits of play in developing skills.
• Experience supporting children with Autism.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in Early Years with ASC.
• Work within Early Years or KS1 Resource Base classes.
• Create engaging learning opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Creativity

Inclusivity

Job description

Are you a committed, caring, and passionate individual about supporting pupils in Early Years with SEND? If so, then Topcliffe School would love to hear from you!

We currently have an opportunity for 2 caring and highly motivated Teaching Assistants with experience working within Early Years, and either experience or an interest in supporting pupils with ASC, to join our hardworking and committed team. The roles involve working within our Early Years or KS1 Resource Base classes.

Topcliffe is a welcoming and inclusive one-form entry mainstream school with two additional specialist resource base provisions supporting pupils with Autism and/or Speech, Language, and Communication needs. We are very proud of what we offer, and visits are always very welcome!

We are looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in working within Early Years and/or SEND provision, understanding the benefits and importance of play in developing communication skills and learning.
• An inclusive practitioner with experience in supporting children with Autism and complex communication and sensory needs.
• Passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and able to think outside the box to support children with limited verbal communication needs using various communication tools and strategies.
• An effective practitioner with high expectations to achieve the best outcomes for all.
• A positive and creative team player.

In return, we will offer you:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture where team members will upskill you and provide regular learning opportunities in a safe environment.
• Structured CPD via access to the National College online CPD platform and/or apprenticeships such as the CIPD or Coaching, with examples tailored to roles.
• Access to Career Pathways and the Pledge to help you plan and achieve your goals through our Professional Growth and Performance process.
• A wellbeing culture, with paid and unpaid leave to support life events via our Life Leave Policy, access to a Wellbeing Champion, and participation in our annual staff wellbeing survey with Edurio.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), including confidential counselling, wellbeing advice, and the “My Possible Self” lifestyle app.
• Supportive policies such as Life Leave, Wellbeing, Career Break, and Family-Friendly policies.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• A comprehensive employee rewards package including Long Service Awards, Employee Referral Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, and contributions to glasses and eyesight tests for eligible screen users.
• Opportunity to join key Trust-wide groups such as the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) working group and Wellbeing groups, including menopause and neurodiversity support.
• Generous annual leave starting at 30 days pro-rata, increasing with service, plus additional days during Christmas closure.
• Onsite parking at all schools.