Resource Base TA for ASD & SEND (KS1) – Team Player

Aspire People; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a qualified teaching assistant to support pupils in a specialist resource base at a two form entry school in Erdington. The role involves working with children who have complex needs, many ASD and non-verbal, and may require personal care.

You will join a team of TAs providing dedicated support across KS1. You should hold Level 3+ TA qualification (NVQ/CACHE preferred) and have recent primary experience, with Makaton being desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ TA qualification or NVQ/CACHE preferred.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND one-to-one.
• Makaton experience preferable but not essential.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and KS1 curriculum.
• Recent primary school experience within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in a specialist resource base attached to the school.
• Support pupils with complex needs, ASD, and non-verbal communication.
• Be a team player and assist where needed across the hub.

Skills

SEND one-to-one support

Team player

Personal care

Makaton

Education

Level 3+ TA qualification (NVQ/CACHE preferable)

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a qualified teaching assistant to support pupils in a specialist resource base at a two form entry school in Erdington. The role involves working with children who have complex needs, many ASD and non-verbal, and may require personal care.

You will join a team of TAs providing dedicated support across KS1. You should hold Level 3+ TA qualification (NVQ/CACHE preferred) and have recent primary experience, with Makaton being desirable but not essential.