1:1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Weoley Castle, Birmingham (B29)
Pay: £455-£480 per week
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2025

Are you a caring and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? We're looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Reception class in Weoley Castle, working with a non-verbal child with ASD.

About the Role

This rewarding role involves working closely with a child who has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and is currently non-verbal. You'll play a key part in supporting their communication, development, and engagement in daily classroom activities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 support to a child with ASD in a Reception class setting
Use communication strategies such as PECS or Makaton to support understanding and expression
Work alongside the class teacher and SENCo to implement EHCP targets
Monitor and record progress and behaviour
Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environmentCandidate Requirements

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent experience)
Previous experience supporting children with SEN, especially Autism
Knowledge or experience of PECS, Makaton, or similar communication tools
Patient, empathetic, and consistent approach
Confident working as part of a team and using initiativeAbout the School:

The school was rated "Good" in its latest Ofsted inspection.
Warm, inclusive one-form entry primary school
Supportive SENCO and leadership team
Strong ethos of early intervention and tailored support
The school benefits from a very active and supportive Trust and local community.Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process

Submit your CV
Initial telephone consultation with Jasmine
Online registration and compliance
School introduction and trial
Start your new role!All applicants need a valid DBS and two references for a trial day. If this role isn't suitable, please contact Jasmine at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role. These are some of the job roles you could apply for with Long Term Futures:

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