Aspire People are currently recruiting for a dedicated and resilient Learning Mentor / Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a welcoming primary school in Sparkhill, Birmingham.
This is a full-time, ongoing role working across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 (Year 1-Year 6), supporting pupils with autism and additional behavioural needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in building positive relationships, promoting engagement, and supporting pupils' emotional and academic development.
The Role:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN, including autism and behavioural needs
* Work closely with class teachers and SENCO to implement tailored support strategies
* Support pupils in developing social skills, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour
* Adapt approaches to meet the individual needs of each child
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Experience working with children with SEN, particularly autism and behavioural needs
* A calm, consistent, and patient approach
* Strong behaviour management skills
* The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
* Flexibility to work across different year groups
We are looking for positive role models who can engage and inspire pupils, helping them to feel supported and succeed within the school environment. Candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.
Why Aspire People?
* Dedicated consultant support
* Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
* Competitive rates of pay
If youre interested, please submit your CV and we'll be in touch!
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks
Salary description
£92.00 - £110.00 per day