SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Location: Saltley, Birmingham
Role Type: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant ready for a truly rewarding role?
Do you have a passion for supporting children with Autism and helping them thrive in their early education journey?

TeacherActive are delighted to be working with a welcoming Primary School in Saltley who are looking for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child in Reception with Autism.

This is a full-time, long-term position, offering vital consistency and stability for the pupil. You’ll be working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide tailored, nurturing support that enables the child to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Your Role Will Include:

• Providing 1:1 support for a Reception-aged child with Autism

• Assisting with learning activities, communication and social interaction

• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation

• Working collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO and parents to track progress

• Creating a safe, encouraging and inclusive learning environment

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience working with children with Autism or other additional needs

• Can follow guidance from teaching staff and adapt support where needed

• Demonstrates patience, empathy and a genuine passion for helping children succeed

• Builds trusting relationships with pupils and staff alike

• Is reliable, proactive and enthusiastic about supporting early learning

What You’ll Receive:

• Competitive, market-leading pay rates

• Access to CPD and online training courses to enhance your skills

• A fantastic referral scheme – share opportunities and earn rewards

• Dedicated 1-2-1 consultant support from Heather and the friendly TeacherActive team

• The chance to work in a warm, inclusive school with an excellent reputation for staff wellbeing

✨ If you’re ready to make a lasting difference in a child’s life and start a truly fulfilling teaching assistant journey, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact Heather on 0121 200 3224
Or email [email protected]

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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