SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham, B10
Start date: TBC
Role: SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Your new school

I am working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Birmingham that is committed to providing a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment for every pupil. The school is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide consistent 1:1 support to a child with autism.

Your new role

You will support a pre-verbal Year 2 pupil with autism on a 1:1 basis, helping them to remain safe, regulated and engaged throughout the school day. The pupil spends much of their time in a resource-based-style room but may attempt to leave the designated area and access other rooms, including the staff room and a classroom attended by their sibling. You will therefore need to be consistently vigilant, attentive and proactive while using a calm, reassuring approach.

• Provide attentive and consistent 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil, primarily within a resource-based-style room.
• Use appropriate communication strategies to support a pre-verbal pupil.
• Maintain close supervision and respond quickly if the pupil attempts to leave the learning area.
• Support with intimate care respectfully and in line with school safeguarding procedures.
• Use positive handling strategies when required and in accordance with school policy and training.
• Work closely with the cla...