Description
CERT Solutions are searching for an experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Handsworth. The school is a two form entry school with very supportive SLT.
This is a long-term, full-time position starting as soon as possible.
The Role:
You will work on a 1:1 basis with a child in Year 2 who has Autism (ASC), supporting their learning, communication, and emotional regulation throughout the school day. The role involves working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to help the child access the curriculum and thrive in a mainstream setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the child’s individual needs
- Support learning, engagement, and social interaction
- Assist with emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies
- Implement and follow EHCP targets and support plans
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment
- Communicate effectively with staff and parents where appropriate
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with children with Autism / SEN (school-based experience preferred)
- Minimum of a relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification (TA, Health and Social Care, Childcare)
- Patient, empathetic, and reliable
- Able to build positive relationships and provide consistent support
- Understanding of behaviour support strategies and inclusive practice
If you are interested in finding out more about this role, please get in contact with Matt on 0121 728 6677 or send across your CV to matthew@cert-solutions.co.uk
What CERT Solutions can offer you:
• A dedicated consultant
• A trustworthy supply agency
• Great rates of pay (PAYE)
• Transparency and honesty
• Your ideal role as a supply teacher or teaching assistant
• A full time role
• Long term work
• Permanent roles if preferred
Our values as a supply teaching agency are very important to us and we expect all of our staff to follow our lead in being:
• Communicative
• Efficient
• Reliable
• Trustworthy
CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be required to complete and pass Safeguarding and Prevent training level 2.
