SEN Teaching Assistant: Support Autistic Pupils to Thrive

Smart Education Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term contract

Support from SEN professionals

PAYE or Umbrella payment options

Meaningful impact on students' lives

Job summary

Smart Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a Handsworth position. You will support learning, use visual communication strategies, and tailor activities to pupil needs, working with teachers and the SEN team to promote communication, independence and positive behaviour.

The role involves 1:1 and small group interventions, with a focus on Autism and communication support; a DBS update service is preferred or willingness to obtain one. Immediate start possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism and communication difficulties.
• Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to provide references covering the previous 24 months.
• Relevant qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils as an SEN Teaching Assistant in the classroom and during interventions.
• Deliver targeted support for pupils with Autism and communication needs.
• Encourage independence and help develop communication skills.
• Assist in managing behaviour using positive strategies. Work collaboratively with teachers and SEN specialists.

Skills

SEN TA experience

Autism support

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualification (desirable)

Job description

Smart Education Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a Handsworth position. You will support learning, use visual communication strategies, and tailor activities to pupil needs, working with teachers and the SEN team to promote communication, independence and positive behaviour.

The role involves 1:1 and small group interventions, with a focus on Autism and communication support; a DBS update service is preferred or willingness to obtain one. Immediate start possible.