SEN Teaching Assistant - Supporting SEN Students in Moseley

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People in Moseley is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people with Autism, SEMH and complex needs in a specialist setting in Moseley, Birmingham.

You will provide individualised support, work with staff, help implement behaviour plans, develop social skills, and assist with personal care where needed.

The role offers flexible hours (full-time/part-time) with long-term to permanent placements and a competitive salary dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs.
• In-date Team Teach/MAPA/CPI Interventions certification.
• Calm, empathetic and patient approach to support challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive, flexible mindset and genuine desire to support vulnerable learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support to pupils with ASD, MLD and complex needs in classroom and 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 SEN/SEMH/autism

Calm, empathetic, patient

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 TA or equivalent

Education/Childcare qualification

Trauma-informed approaches

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Supporting SEN Students in Moseley

Location: Moseley, Birmingham. Hours: Full-time/Part-time. Contract: Long-term/Permanent/Temporary. Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We are looking for a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 2 to 21 with a range of complex needs, including Autism, Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges, and alongside some learning disabilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team in a specialist setting in Kings Heath, Birmingham where every day is different, and every small success counts.

About the Role:

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

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months experience working with children or young people with SEMH, autism, or behavioural needs, in a SEND classroom.
• Team Teach/MAPA/CPI Interventions - must hold an in date certificate
• A calm, empathetic, and patient approach to supporting challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, flexible mindset and a genuine desire to support vulnerable young people.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, or mental health (e.g. CACHE, Level 2/3 TA, etc.).
• Experience working in an SEN or alternative provision environment.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks