Reception 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Hall Green

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

Job summary

Aspire People Limited in Hall Green, Birmingham, is recruiting a dedicated 1:1 Reception Teaching Assistant to support a young child with mobility needs in a primary setting. The role requires patience, reliability and the ability to work closely with teachers, SEND staff, and families to promote inclusion and independence, including assisting with personal care and wheelchair transfers throughout the day.

This is a full-time, term-time role starting ASAP with potential for ongoing extension;

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant, ideally in a primary or SEND setting.
• Experience supporting children with physical disabilities, mobility difficulties or complex needs.
• Confident providing physical support and working with wheelchairs and manual handling.
• Comfortable with personal care tasks, including nappy changing.

Responsibilities

• Provide close 1:1 support to a Reception child throughout the school day.
• Help the child access learning and participate in classroom activities.
• Support with wheelchair transfers, mobility needs and intimate personal care as required.

Job description

1:1 Reception Teaching Assistant - Hall Green

Location: Hall Green, Birmingham
Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Year Group: Reception
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing, at least until the end of the academic year
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Reception-aged child at a welcoming primary school in Hall Green . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND professional who is confident supporting children with physical needs and personal care .

The child has a spinal condition which affects movement from below the hips and uses a wheelchair. The successful candidate will provide close 1:1 support throughout the school day, helping the child to access learning, participate in classroom activities and enjoy all aspects of school life alongside their peers.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must be comfortable providing physical support , including assisting with wheelchair transfers and other manual handling requirements. Previous experience supporting children with physical disabilities or complex needs is essential. Manual handling training can be provided where required, but candidates must already have relevant experience working closely with children who require physical support.

The role will also involve personal care, including nappy changing , so the successful candidate must be confident and comfortable undertaking intimate care in a professional, respectful and nurturing manner.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant , ideally within a primary or SEND setting.
• Have experience supporting children with physical disabilities, mobility difficulties or complex needs .
• Be confident providing physical support and working with wheelchairs and manual handling requirements.
• Be comfortable supporting with personal care, including nappy changing .
• Be patient, nurturing and compassionate, with a genuine desire to support the child's development and independence.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a wider classroom and SEND team.
• Understand the importance of promoting inclusion, dignity and independence .
• Be proactive in helping the child access learning and participate fully in school life.
• Have a calm and positive approach and be able to build a strong, trusting relationship with the child.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to a child's educational experience and development . The school is looking for someone committed to the role who can provide consistency and become a trusted member of the child's support team.

The role is available to start ASAP and is expected to continue for at least the full academic year, with the potential for the placement to continue beyond this.