1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Nechells; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Aston, Birmingham. The role provides dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with ASD, ADHD and speech and language needs, helping access learning, develop communication and build confidence.

Previous personal care experience is desirable, with knowledge of Makaton and alternative communication strategies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD) and ADHD.
• Knowledge of Makaton or willingness to train.
• Personal care duties experience.
• Experience using visual timetables and communication aids.
• Understanding of sensory processing needs and emotional regulation strategies.
• Experience in mainstream primary or SEN settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support within a mainstream primary classroom.
• Support a pupil with ASD, ADHD and speech and language needs.
• Use Makaton, visual aids and alternative communication strategies.
• Assist with personal care, maintaining the pupil's dignity, comfort and independence.
• Support speech, language and communication development through targeted activities.
• Implement strategies recommended by Speech and Language Therapists.
• Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning and communication needs.
• Support attention, concentration and engagement with learning.
• Help the pupil manage transitions, sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Encourage positive social interaction, confidence and independence.
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes, where applicable.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider inclusion team.

Skills

1:1 SEN support

ASD support

ADHD support

Makaton knowledge

Personal care

Visual timetables

Now & Next boards

Communication aids

Speech and language interventions

Sensory processing awareness

Emotional regulation

Teamwork

Patience

Tools

WellComm

Speech Link

Language Link

Colourful Semantics

Job description

Long Term Futures are seeking an experienced and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Aston, Birmingham, B6.

This is a full-time role supporting a primary-aged pupil with special educational needs, including Autism (ASD), ADHD and speech, language and communication difficulties. The successful candidate will provide consistent 1:1 support, helping the pupil access classroom learning, develop communication skills and build confidence and independence.

The role will also involve providing personal care support, making previous experience in this area highly desirable. Candidates with knowledge of Makaton, alternative communication strategies and speech and language interventions will be particularly well suited to this opportunity.

• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Long-Term

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support within a mainstream primary classroom
• Support a pupil with ASD, ADHD and speech and language needs
• Use Makaton, visual aids and alternative communication strategies to support understanding and expression
• Assist with personal care, maintaining the pupil's dignity, comfort and independence
• Support speech, language and communication development through targeted activities
• Implement strategies recommended by Speech and Language Therapists
• Adapt classroom activities to meet individual learning and communication needs
• Support attention, concentration and engagement with learning
• Help the pupil manage transitions, sensory needs and emotional regulation
• Encourage positive social interaction, confidence and independence
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes, where applicable
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider inclusion team

What the School is Looking For

• Previous experience working as a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
• Experience supporting children with Autism (ASD) and ADHD
• Confidence supporting pupils with speech, language and communication difficulties
• Makaton knowledge or training would be highly desirable
• Previous personal care experience, with a willingness to undertake personal care duties
• Experience using visual timetables, Now & Next boards and communication aids
• Knowledge of speech and language interventions would be beneficial
• Understanding of sensory processing needs and emotional regulation strategies
• Experience working within a mainstream primary or specialist SEN setting
• A patient, nurturing and consistent approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available to start ASAP

About the School

• Welcoming mainstream primary school in Aston, Birmingham, B6
• Strong commitment to inclusive education and personalised SEN support
• Established Inclusion and Pastoral Team supporting pupils with additional needs
• Experienced SEND leadership coordinating individual support and interventions
• Recognised commitment to creating an autism-friendly learning environment
• Specialist nurture provision supporting pupils with complex additional needs
• Uses targeted communication interventions including WellComm, Speech Link, Language Link and Colourful Semantics
• Works with external professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists and the Communication and Autism Team
• Personalised learning resources and individual support plans tailored to pupil needs
• Strong emphasis on building independence, communication skills and positive relationships
• Part of an established Multi-Academy Trust with a commitment to staff development and inclusive practice

All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.

Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

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.