SEN Teaching Assistant: Empowering ASD & SEMH Learners

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

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 2–21 with Autism, SEMH and other complex needs in a specialist setting in Birmingham. You will help with individualised support, classroom interventions and social-emotional development.

The role requires minimum 6 months of relevant experience, in-date Team Teach/MAPA/CPI certificates, and a calm, empathetic, patient approach with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs in a SEND setting.
• In-date Team Teach/MAPA/CPI certificate.
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach with strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to pupils with ASD, MLD and complex needs in the classroom and through targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and support teams to create an inclusive learning environment.
• Assist in implementing behaviour support plans and emotional regulation strategies.
• Support development of social skills, confidence and independence in young learners.
• Provide personal care and support for students with learning/physical disabilities.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Autism

Behavioural needs

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 TA

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 2–21 with Autism, SEMH and other complex needs in a specialist setting in Birmingham. You will help with individualised support, classroom interventions and social-emotional development.

The role requires minimum 6 months of relevant experience, in-date Team Teach/MAPA/CPI certificates, and a calm, empathetic, patient approach with strong teamwork and communication skills.