SEN Teaching Assistant – KS1 1:1 Support (Autism)

Location: Bordesley Green, Birmingham
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant – KS1 1:1 Support
Contract: Temporary, Full-Time
Working Hours: 8:30am – 4:00pm
Start Date: September 2026
End Date: July 2027
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a Real Difference Every Day

TeacherActive is currently recruiting for a caring, patient, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child in KS1 on a 1:1 basis at a welcoming and supportive primary school in Bordesley Green, Birmingham.

This rewarding role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive both academically and socially within a mainstream school environment.

The position is full-time and will initially run from September 2026 until July 2027 to cover maternity leave, with the potential for extension depending on school requirements.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with autism within a KS1 classroom
• Help the pupil access learning activities and engage positively throughout the school day
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised support strategies and individual education plans (IEPs)
• Support communication, emotional regulation, and social development using appropriate SEN strategies
• Assist with daily routines and transitions to create consistency and reassurance
• Build a strong, positive 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 nurturing approach
• Are adaptable, proactive, and confident working on a 1:1 basis
• Hold a relevant qualification such as Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant (or equivalent)
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, and external professionals
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children

Why Join TeacherActive?

When you work with TeacherActive, you’ll benefit from:

✨ Competitive rates of pay
✨ Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
✨ Access to free CPD and training opportunities
✨ PAYE payment structure with no hidden admin fees
✨ The opportunity to make a genuine impact in a child’s early education journey

Apply Today

If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or are passionate about supporting children with autism on a 1:1 basis, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to:

[email protected]
0121 200 3224

Or apply directly via this advert.

Safeguarding Statement

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

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.