SEN TA - Behaviour Support

senploy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a confident SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of needs at a specialist secondary school in Erdington, Birmingham. This full-time, long-term role involves 1:1 support, managing a variety of SEN needs, and contributing to positive learning outcomes.

Candidates should have strong 1:1 SEN experience, excellent behaviour management and the ability to work with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEN team to deliver tailored support across KS3 and KS4.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN in a secondary or specialist setting.
• Strong 1:1 SEN support experience is essential.
• Proven ability to manage challenging behaviour and SEMH needs.
• Experience with ASD and moderate/severe learning difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support to secondary-aged pupils.
• Support pupils across KS3 and KS4 with ASD and SEMH needs.
• Confidently manage challenging behaviour and emotional dysregulation.
• Use positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Establish clear boundaries, routines and consistent expectations.
• Adapt activities to meet individual abilities and additional needs.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Encourage independence and engagement with learning.
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes.
• Collaborate with teachers, behaviour leads and pastoral team.

Skills

1:1 SEN support

Behaviour management

ASD experience

KS3/KS4 support

Tools

Team Teach training

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour & 1:1 Support

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

Long Term Futures are seeking a confident, resilient and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a well-established specialist secondary school in Erdington, Birmingham.

This is a full-time role supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4 with a range of special educational needs, including Autism (ASD), moderate and severe learning difficulties, SEMH and communication needs.

The successful candidate will have strong 1:1 SEN experience and a proven ability to manage challenging behaviour, using positive behaviour management, emotional regulation and de-escalation strategies to support pupils within a structured specialist setting.

You will work closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the wider SEN team to provide consistent, individualised support, helping pupils engage with learning, develop independence and build positive relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 SEN support to secondary-aged pupils
• Support students across KS3 and KS4 with ASD, learning difficulties and SEMH needs
• Confidently manage challenging behaviour and emotional dysregulation
• Use positive behaviour management and appropriate de-escalation strategies
• Recognise behavioural triggers and respond calmly to challenging situations
• Establish clear boundaries, structured routines and consistent expectations
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and additional needs
• Support pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Encourage independence, resilience and positive engagement with learning
• Work towards individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes
• Support pupils with transitions, personal development and essential life skills
• Work closely with teachers, behaviour leads and the wider pastoral team

What the School is Looking For

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN within a secondary or specialist setting
• Strong 1:1 support experience is essential
• Proven experience managing challenging behaviour and SEMH needs
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD and moderate or severe learning difficulties
• Confidence using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils across KS3 and/or KS4
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and emotional regulation strategies
• Team Teach or other recognised positive behaviour support training would be beneficial
• A calm, resilient and assertive approach with the ability to establish clear boundaries
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available to start ASAP

About the School

• Well-established specialist secondary school in Erdington, Birmingham
• Supports pupils across KS3 and KS4 with a range of complex and additional needs
• Specialist provision for pupils with moderate and severe learning difficulties, Autism and SEMH
• Offers five personalised curriculum pathways tailored to pupils' learning needs and abilities
• Strong focus on positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and pastoral support
• Individualised learning programmes designed to develop confidence, independence and life skills
• Broad curriculum including English, Maths, Science, Arts, Technology and Personal Development
• Dedicated pastoral and behaviour support staff working alongside experienced SEN teachers
• Access to specialist approaches including Team Teach, autism support strategies and trauma-informed practice
• Strong emphasis on preparing pupils for post-16 education, independence and adulthood
• Supportive staff environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development

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.