SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Small Heath

SEN Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support (Reception, Autism)

Location:

Bordesley Green, Birmingham

Contract:

Full-Time, Long-term

Start Date:

April 2026
 Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience
 Agency:
Teacher Active

Make a Real Difference from Day One

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Bordesley Green, Birmingham, currently seeking a dedicated and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child in Reception with autism.

This full-time maternity cover role begins April 2026 and will continue until July 2026, with the potential to continue further for the right Teaching Assistant.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support a child’s development during their crucial early years.

About the Role:

Provide individualised 1:1 support to a Reception-aged child with autism, helping them access learning and daily routines.

Work alongside the class teacher and SENCO to implement and adapt individual education plans (IEPs).

Use a range of strategies—including visual supports and sensory tools—to support engagement, communication, and regulation.

Encourage confidence, independence, and social interaction in the classroom and throughout the school day.

Track and record the child’s progress, offering insights to the wider team and contributing to ongoing support planning.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who:

Has previous experience supporting children with autism or other special educational needs—ideally in EYFS or Key Stage 1.

Brings a calm, nurturing, and proactive approach to 1:1 support.

Holds a relevant qualification such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant or an equivalent childcare/SEND qualification.

Communicates effectively with children, staff, and parents, and works well within a team.

Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all pupils.

Is reliable, enthusiastic, and ready to make a lasting impact.

Why Join Teacher Active?

Competitive rates of pay, with PAYE – no hidden agency charges.

A dedicated consultant who supports you from application to placement.

Free access to ongoing CPD and development opportunities.

Work within a welcoming and supportive school environment.

Future opportunities within the school or through our wider network.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to support a child in reaching their full potential and make a real impact in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV to (url removed), call (phone number removed), or apply directly via this advert.

Teacher Active is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and referencing procedures.

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

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, s 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.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

Teacher Active is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services