Dynamic SEND Teaching Assistant: 1:1 & Group Support

Long Term Futures Ltd; Smethwick; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd in Smethwick is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with EHCPs. You will help children access learning and develop communication, social and academic skills.

The role is long-term temporary with potential for permanency, Monday to Friday during term time. A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning is required, with SEND experience in a primary setting.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a primary or specialist setting.
• Strong understanding of EHCP targets and how to support pupils in achieving them.
• Confidence delivering both 1:1 support and structured small group interventions.
• Excellent communication skills, patience and a calm, nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with EHCPs, adapting learning to meet individual needs
• Deliver small group interventions to develop communication, social, emotional and academic skills
• Support pupils with Autism, speech and language needs, SEMH and other additional needs
• Implement personalised strategies, visual supports and behaviour plans to promote engagement and independence
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to monitor progress and adapt support where required

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Calm, nurturing approach

1:1 support experience

Education

A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Long Term Futures Ltd in Smethwick is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with EHCPs. You will help children access learning and develop communication, social and academic skills.

The role is long-term temporary with potential for permanency, Monday to Friday during term time. A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning is required, with SEND experience in a primary setting.