1:1 Reception SEN TA — ASD/SEMH Support & Growth

Long Term Futures; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures are recruiting a Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to join a modern and inclusive primary school in Nuneaton. This is a full-time 1:1 role supporting a Reception pupil with ASD, SEMH and communication needs.

You will provide consistent support throughout the school day, helping the pupil access learning and develop their communication while managing emotions within the classroom. A patient, nurturing approach with routines adapted to the child’s needs is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD/SEMH or communication needs.
• Experience in EYFS or a primary school environment.
• Confident providing dedicated 1:1 support and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Reception pupil.
• Support needs including ASD, SEMH and communication difficulties.
• Support emotional regulation and help with transitions and routines.
• Use visual prompts, structured routines and clear communication strategies.
• Adapt EYFS activities to enable access to learning.
• Support communication, social interaction and language development.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement.
• Provide sensory and regulation activities as appropriate.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider team.
• Monitor progress and maintain a consistent support approach.

Skills

1:1 support

ASD support

SEMH

communication needs

EYFS

SEN

primary school

1:1 support (confident)

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

Long Term Futures are recruiting a Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to join a modern and inclusive primary school in Nuneaton. This is a full-time 1:1 role supporting a Reception pupil with ASD, SEMH and communication needs.

You will provide consistent support throughout the school day, helping the pupil access learning and develop their communication while managing emotions within the classroom. A patient, nurturing approach with routines adapted to the child’s needs is essential.