SEN Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school's specialist resource base in Birmingham. The role focuses on consistent, long-term support for pupils with significant and complex learning needs, including sensory-based activities and increased adult involvement.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, supporting communication, sensory regulation and engagement, and assisting with targeted interventions such as speech and language activities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND.
• Experience with complex learning needs, autism, communication needs or sensory needs is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils who require a highly personalised curriculum.
• Commitment to a full-time, long-term position.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the school's specialist resource base.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with communication, sensory regulation and engagement.
• Support targeted interventions, including speech and language activities.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and basic learning skills.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and wider support team.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 support

Calm patient approach

Confident with personalised curriculum

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham B16

Daily Rate: (Apply online only)

Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-Term temporary

Long Term Futures are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join the specialist resource base of an inclusive primary school in Birmingham.

The school provides dedicated specialist provision for pupils with significant and complex learning needs, including children who benefit from highly individualised learning, sensory-based activities and increased adult support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a consistent, long-term SEN role.

In this role, you will:

• Support pupils within the school's specialist resource base
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs
• Assist with communication, sensory regulation and engagement
• Support targeted interventions, including speech and language activities
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence and basic learning skills
• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and wider support team

You'll need:

• Previous experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND
• Experience with complex learning needs, autism, communication needs or sensory needs is highly desirableA calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Confidence supporting pupils who require a highly personalised curriculum
• Commitment to a full-time, long-term position

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
2. Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
3. Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
4. Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

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.