1:1 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: 1:1 Teaching Assistant (Experience with ASD, Autism, Personal Care & Complex Needs)
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2025

About the Role:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team in supporting a student with ASD, Autism, personal care needs, and complex needs. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that the student has the best opportunity to thrive in their education and development. This is a rewarding role that requires a patient, understanding, and proactive individual.

Key Responsibilities:
· Provide 1:1 support to a student with ASD, Autism, and complex needs within the classroom.
· Assist with personal care needs, including toileting and feeding as required.
· Help implement individualised learning plans to promote the student’s academic, social, and emotional development.
· Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and other professionals to ensure a tailored approach.
· Use positive behaviour strategies to encourage the student’s engagement in learning activities.
· Assist with emotional regulation and support the student in managing any challenging behaviours.
· Adapt learning resources and activities to meet the student’s needs and abilities.

Requirements:
· Experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally with children with ASD, Autism, and complex needs.
· Experience with personal care and supporting children with additional needs.
· A compassionate, patient, and flexible approach to working with students.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
· Understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
· Relevant qualifications such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or SEN support (desirable).

Desirable Skills:
· Experience with PECs (Picture Exchange Communication System) or other communication tools.
· Phonics (Letters and Sounds) Team Teach, Makaton SEMH
· Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
· Understanding of sensory processing difficulties and strategies to support students with these needs.

Why Join Us?
· Be part of a welcoming, supportive school community dedicated to making a real difference in students’ lives.
· Opportunities for professional development and training.
· Competitive salary and benefits.

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and are committed to making a positive impact in their educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

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