SEND Teaching Assistant, All-Age Special School, Complex Needs Support

Axcis Education Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education recruitment agency is seeking dedicated teaching assistants to support autistic children in a special school setting. This full-time role involves working closely with pupils aged 4 to 13, providing personalized care and support tailored to their complex needs. Successful candidates will demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to fostering a nurturing environment. With the potential for a permanent contract after the academic year, this is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners. Join a rewarding journey where your skills and compassion can truly shine.

Benefits

Refer a friend scheme with vouchers

Support for DBS processing

Qualifications

• Experience working one-to-one with children with complex needs.
• Willingness to adapt practices and take feedback.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to pupils with complex needs.
• Work independently and collaboratively with teaching staff.

Skills

Experience with pupils with complex ASD

Personal care tasks

Picture exchange communication

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

Axcis Education is looking for teaching assistants to work at a special school within the Handsworth area. The school currently caters to autistic children and young people aged 4 to 13 years with complex needs. The needs of the individuals at this school are very complex, including non-verbal/pre-verbal communication, distressing/challenging behaviour, sensory challenges and personal care needs as well as social, emotional and mental health challenges. Due to the needs of the pupils the school has adapted a very niche operation and therefore are looking for teaching assistants willing to adapt their practice as a TA to the needs of the specific children; willingness to take on feedback and adapt is highly valued. This is a full-time role, working on a small group and 1:1 basis for the remainder of the 2024/25 academic year, with not only potential to return after the summer holidays but also to be offered a permanent contract. Being able to work independently and as part of a team is key, to be able to take direction from the teacher and implement planning accurately and effectively. Job details: • Whole class support but working on a 1:1 or small group basis • All-round support including personal care, sensory needs and non/pre-verbal communication • Working independently and as part of a team • Full time hours (8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday) • Ongoing basis for the remainder of the 2024/25 academic year (potential to return in September and for a permanent contract) • Start date: 2nd June 2025 Requirements: • Experience in working on a one to one basis – Essential • Experience of working with pupils with complex ASD, including non-verbal/pre-verbal communication, distressing/challenging behaviour, sensory challenges and social, emotional and mental health challenges – Essential • Willingness to complete personal care tasks – Essential • Experience in picture exchange communication - Essential • Enhanced DBS on the Update Service required or we’re happy to carry out a new one ahead of you starting the position – Essential • Minimum of 2 good references – Essential INDMID

If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Roddy Moothialoo on 0121 827 2030 | Ext: 4002.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Roddy Moothialoo

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 4002