1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

senploy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support in a mainstream primary school in Birmingham (B6). You will support pupils across KS1 and KS2 with ASD and ADHD, working with the SENCO and teachers to foster communication, independence and positive engagement throughout the academic year.

This full-time role requires patience and resilience, with the ability to adapt activities to individual needs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN is essential.
• Experience in a primary school, SEN provision or specialist setting is required.
• Ability to provide patient, consistent 1:1 support.
• Experience with KS1 and KS2 pupils is desirable.
• Knowledge of strategies for additional learning, communication or sensory needs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils within the SEN hub.
• Support children with a range of special educational needs.
• Work with pupils across KS1 and KS2.
• Adapt learning activities to suit individual needs and ability levels.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Use visual aids, structured routines and sensory strategies where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the wider team.

Skills

1:1 support

SEN experience

KS1/KS2 support

Behavioural support

Education

Enhanced DBS and two references

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Now & Next

Visual timetables

Job description

- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

- Start Date: ASAP

- Contract: Long-Term

Long Term Futures are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support within a specialist SEN hub based in a mainstream primary school in Birmingham, B6.

This is a full-time role supporting pupils across KS1 and KS2 with additional needs such as ASD and ADHD. You will work closely with the school's SENCO, teachers and wider SEN team to provide structured, individualised support that enables pupils to engage with learning, develop their communication and build greater independence. You will build positive relationships with pupils and provide support with behavioural regulation throughout the academic year.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils within the SEN hub
• Support children with a range of special educational needs
• Work with pupils across KS1 and KS2
• Adapt learning activities to suit individual needs and ability levels
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Use visual aids, structured routines and sensory strategies where appropriate
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement with learning
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other support staff
• Monitor pupil progress and provide consistent feedback to the wider team

What the School is Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN is essential
• Experience working within a primary school, SEN provision or specialist setting
• Confidence providing 1:1 support
• Experience supporting pupils across KS1 and/or KS2
• Knowledge of strategies used to support children with additional learning, communication or sensory needs
• Makaton, PECS, visual timetables and/or Now & Next experience would be beneficial
• A patient, resilient and consistent approach
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.

About the School

• Mainstream primary school in Birmingham, B6
• Dedicated SEN hub providing additional specialist support
• Inclusive approach to supporting pupils with additional needs
• Supportive SENCO and experienced SEN team
• Structured and nurturing learning environment
• Strong focus on pupils' communication, independence and personal development

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.