Classroom Teaching Assistant - Resource Base (Autism and language needs)
Blakesley Hall Primary School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B33 8TH10 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 June 2026 at 9am
Date listed
16 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday 8:30 - 3:30 Hours will be pro rata to cover holidays.
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Grade B
Additional allowances
SEN allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
About the Role We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated Autism Resource Base. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils with autism in a specialist setting within a mainstream school, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
Working under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo, you will provide personalised support to pupils with autism, enabling them to access a tailored curriculum in a structured, supportive and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with autism
- Support the delivery of individualised learning programmes and adapt activities to meet pupil needs
- Use a range of strategies including visual supports, structured routines and sensory approaches
- Assist pupils in developing communication, social interaction and emotional regulation skills
- Implement behaviour support plans consistently and positively
- Promote independence, confidence and self-esteem in all pupils
- Support transitions between activities and settings
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and external professionals
- Contribute to the creation of a calm, safe and predictable learning environment
What We Are Looking For
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND, particularly autism (desirable)
- A patient, empathetic and resilient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Understanding of strategies to support autism (e.g. TEACCH, PECS, visual timetables)
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
- A proactive and flexible attitude
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Blakesley Hall Primary?
Blakesley Hall Primary School is a vibrant, inclusive and nurturing community where both pupils and staff are valued and supported. Our school is built on a clear mission: to enable every child to be safe, secure and successful, ensuring both strong academic outcomes and excellent pastoral care.
We pride ourselves on our strong core values of Respect, Unity, Appreciation, Care, Honesty and Resilience, which underpin everything we do and create a positive and welcoming environment for all. Staff and pupils work together to celebrate diversity, build positive relationships and foster a genuine sense of belonging.
Our recent Ofsted inspection (January 2024) recognised the school as Good in all areas, highlighting our ambitious curriculum for all pupils, including those with SEND, and the warm, respectful relationships across the school community.
At Blakesley Hall Primary, you will benefit from:
- A supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development
- A collaborative and dedicated staff team who put children at the heart of everything they do
- A well-established resource base for autism, with a focus on personalised learning and inclusion
- High-quality professional development opportunities in SEND and autism practice
- A welcoming, diverse and community-focused school environment
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a school where every member of staff plays a key role in shaping positive futures for our children.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Blakesley Hall Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 521 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Blakesley Hall Primary School website
- Email address
- enquiry@blakesley.bham.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01217832148
Blakesley Hall Primary School is set in the Stechford district of Birmingham. The school is a three form entry in KS2 and a two form entry in KS1. There is a Resource Base for up to 15 places which specialises in Autism.
Arranging a visit to Blakesley Hall Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiry@blakesley.bham.sch.uk.
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