Calm-Under-Pressure SEN TA for Challenging Behaviour (Rugby)

Long Term Futures; Rugby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trial day before starting

Free CPD and SEN training

On-site staff parking

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEN provision within an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ mainstream junior school in Rugby, CV22. You will support a small group of 4-5 boys with significant ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs, who can display highly challenging and unpredictable behaviour.

The school seeks a confident TA who can remain calm under pressure, establish firm boundaries and use de-escalation strategies to support pupils safely, with collaboration from

Qualifications

• Strong experience supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Experience with ASD, ADHD and SEMH.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support a small group of 4-5 pupils within a mainstream junior school's SEN provision.
• Work with pupils who have complex ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs.
• Manage challenging behaviour, including verbal aggression and emotional dysregulation.
• Recognise behavioural triggers and implement effective de-escalation strategies.
• Establish clear boundaries, consistent routines and positive relationships.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, social interaction and communication.
• Deliver individualised learning activities adapted to pupils' needs.
• Maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Challenging behaviour

ASD

ADHD

SEMH

Teaching Assistant qualification

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Long Term Futures is recruiting a resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated SEN provision within an Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ mainstream junior school in Rugby, CV22. You will support a small group of 4-5 boys with significant ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs, who can display highly challenging and unpredictable behaviour.

The school seeks a confident TA who can remain calm under pressure, establish firm boundaries and use de-escalation strategies to support pupils safely, with collaboration from