SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1 – 1:1 Support for a Child with Autism)
Location: Oldbury
Contract: Temporary, Full-Time (Maternity Cover)
⏰ Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: September 2026
End Date: July 2027
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Agency: TeacherActive

Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Oldbury, seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a child with autism within KS1.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in a child’s educational journey, helping them build confidence, develop independence, and thrive within a mainstream school environment. If you are nurturing, adaptable, and committed to making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

As a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide tailored, individual support for a child with autism in Reception, helping them access learning and fully engage in classroom activities.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider school team to deliver personalised support strategies and Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Use creative and effective approaches to support communication, emotional regulation, social development, and engagement.
• Support daily routines and transitions to create consistency and promote confidence.
• Build a positive and trusting relationship with the child and maintain strong communication with their family.
• Track progress, provide feedback, and contribute to ongoing support planning.

We are looking for someone who:

✔ Has previous experience supporting children with autism or additional needs, ideally within a primary school setting.
✔ Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience, and a flexible approach to supporting individual needs.
✔ Holds a relevant qualification in childcare, education, or support work (Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent preferred).
✔ Works effectively as part of a team and communicates confidently with staff, parents, and external professionals.
✔ Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and supporting every child to achieve their potential.

✨ Competitive rates of pay based on experience
✨ Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
✨ Access to free CPD and training opportunities
✨ The chance to make a genuine difference in a child’s early educational journey
✨ PAYE payment structure with no hidden admin fees

If you’re an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or passionate about supporting children with autism on a 1:1 basis, we’d love to hear from you.

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TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

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