Description
CERT Solutions are searching for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a lovely two form entry mainstream primary school in Aston, working within their specialist resource base for children with Autism (ASC). This is a long-term opportunity starting as soon as possible, ideal for someone passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs to thrive both academically and emotionally.
You will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and other professionals to support pupils with Autism, helping them to access the curriculum and develop independence, communication, and social skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with Autism within the resource base
- Support pupils with communication, sensory regulation, behaviour, and emotional needs
- Assist with the delivery of individual education plans (IEPs) and EHCP targets
- Implement strategies recommended by external professionals (e.g. speech and language therapists, occupational therapists)
- Support inclusion opportunities within mainstream classes where appropriate
- Promote a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
- Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff and SENCO
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent childcare qualification)
- Proven experience working with children with Autism (ASC)
- Experience working in a resource base, SEN school, or specialist setting
- Strong understanding of SEN strategies and inclusive practice
- Calm, patient, and resilient approach to supporting children with additional needs
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience supporting children with complex needs or sensory processing difficulties
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or other communication strategies
- Experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour
- Team Teach or positive behaviour support training
If you would like to apply for 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.
