SEN Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Aldridge, Walsall. You will support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 with SEN, including speech and language needs, autism and learning difficulties, using 1:1 and small-group approaches.

This role offers a long-term temporary contract and a chance to build confidence, independence and essential learning skills through structured activities and collaboration with teachers and the SENCO.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN.
• Experience with speech and language needs, autism or learning difficulties.
• A patient, nurturing and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Support pupils with SLCN, autism and learning difficulties.
• Use visual timetables, structured activities and communication strategies.
• Encourage emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social interaction.
• Work alongside teachers and the SENCO to deliver individual support plans.

Skills

SEN support experience

Speech & language needs

Autism / learning difficulties

Patient, nurturing approach

Education

TA Level 2/3 qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Walsall, WS9

Daily Rate: £(Apply online only)

Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-Term temporary

Long Term Futures is looking for a caring and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream primary school in Aldridge, Walsall.

You’ll support children across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 with additional needs, particularly speech and language difficulties, learning needs, autism and emotional regulation. This is a fantastic opportunity to build meaningful relationships and help pupils develop confidence, independence and essential learning skills.

In this role, you will:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Support pupils with SLCN, autism and learning difficulties.
• Use visual timetables, structured activities and communication strategies.
• Encourage emotional regulation, positive behaviour and social interaction.
• Work alongside teachers and the SENCO to deliver individual support plans.

We're looking for:

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN.
• Experience with speech and language needs, autism or learning difficulties.
• Relevant Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.
• A patient, nurturing and proactive approach.

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.

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