SEN TA

Long Term Futures; Park Central; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Permanent opportunities

Job summary

Long Term Futures are seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Birmingham from September 2026. You will work in the SEN Resource Base, supporting pupils with diverse needs including autism and SLCN, while promoting dignity and independence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, personal care where required, and collaboration with teachers, therapists, and families to maximise pupil progress in a structured, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or specialist setting.
• Experience working with pupils with ASD, SLCN, SEMH, and EHCPs.
• Comfortable providing personal care where required.
• Strong communication, behaviour management, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the school's SEN Resource Base.
• Support pupils with Autism (ASD), SLCN, SEMH, and a range of complex learning needs.
• Deliver personalised interventions in line with EHCP outcomes and individual learning plans.
• Provide personal care where required, ensuring pupils' dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.
• Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, and social development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and families to maximise pupil progress.
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in learning.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Communication

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Birmingham, B16
Contract: Long-term/Permanent
Day Rate: £108 - £125
Start Date: September 2026
Commutable From: Harborne, Edgbaston, Smethwick, Selly Oak, Bearwood

The Opportunity

Long Term Futures are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the B16 area from September 2026.

This rewarding role is based within the school's dedicated SEN Resource Base, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASD), Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). The role will also involve personal care responsibilities, supporting pupils with their daily routines while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

The school is well-established with a highly supportive leadership team and experienced SEN staff, creating a welcoming and collaborative environment where both pupils and staff are encouraged to thrive.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support within the school's SEN Resource Base
• Support pupils with Autism (ASD), SLCN, SEMH, and a range of complex learning needs
• Deliver personalised interventions in line with EHCP outcomes and individual learning plans
• Provide personal care where required, ensuring pupils' dignity, comfort, and wellbeing
• Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, and social development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, therapists, and families to maximise pupil progress
• Promote positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in learning
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or specialist setting
• Experience working with pupils with ASD, SLCN, SEMH, and EHCPs
• Comfortable providing personal care where required
• Strong communication, behaviour management, and teamwork skills
• Patient, resilient, and nurturing approach to supporting children with additional needs
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Why Long Term Futures?

• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout the recruitment process
• Access to free CPD, including Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, and Safeguarding training
• Long-term/permanent opportunities within supportive and inclusive primary schools
• A personalised approach focused on finding the right school for your experience and career aspirations

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

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.