SEN Teaching Assistant – KS1 1:1 Support (Autism)
Bordesley Green, Birmingham
Start Date: September 2026 | Until July 2027
⏰ Full-Time | 8:30am – 4:00pm
Rewarding Opportunity Supporting a Child with Autism
Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in a child’s educational journey?
is currently recruiting for an experienced and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with autism in KS1 at a welcoming and supportive primary school in Bordesley Green, Birmingham.
This rewarding full-time role will begin in September 2026 and continue until July 2027 as part of a maternity cover arrangement, with the possibility of extension depending on the school’s needs.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive within a mainstream primary school environment.
Why Join This School?
This school is recognised for its inclusive ethos, supportive staff team, and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
You’ll benefit from:
A warm, welcoming, and inclusive school environment
Supportive leadership and experienced SEN staff
A strong focus on pupil wellbeing and development
Opportunities to build valuable SEN experience
A collaborative team that values every member of staff
About the Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:
Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with autism within a KS1 classroom
Support the child in accessing learning and engaging with classroom activities
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement individual support plans
Use effective strategies to support communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
Help maintain routines and support transitions throughout the school day
Build a positive and trusting relationship with the child and their family
Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SEN professionals
✅ What We’re Looking For
We’d love to hear from candidates who:
Have previous experience supporting children with autism or additional needs, ideally within a primary school setting
Demonstrate patience, empathy, and a calm, nurturing approach
Hold a relevant qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent)
Are flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to individual learning needs
Work effectively as part of a team and communicate confidently with staff and parents
Are committed to safeguarding and supporting pupil wellbeing
Why Work with TeacherActive?
Competitive rates of pay based on experience
Dedicated support from your own recruitment consultant
Access to free CPD and training opportunities
A rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in a child’s education
PAYE payment structure with no hidden admin fees
Opportunities for future long-term and permanent roles
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you!
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Safeguarding Statement
is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment