SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a growing team at a modern two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton. Role involves supporting pupils across Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 with ASD, SEMH and SLCN, providing 1:1 and small-group SEN support, and helping pupils access learning.

We are looking for patient, nurturing and confident individuals with experience in SEN support who can foster emotional regulation and positive engagement within the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs (ASD, SEMH, SLCN).
• Experience in Reception and/or Key Stage 1 (KS1).
• Patient, nurturing and confident approach with children.
• Comfort with using visual timetables and communication aids.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 with SEN needs (ASD, SEMH, SLCN).
• Deliver 1:1 and small-group SEN support to enable access to learning.
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour management and classroom routines.
• Adapt EYFS & KS1 activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Collaborate with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support team.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assitant - Reception & Key Stage 1

- Location: Nuneaton

- Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

- Start Date: ASAP

- Contract: Long-Term to Permanent

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to join a growing SEN team within a supportive primary school?

Long Term Futures are recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to join a modern and inclusive two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton. The school is expanding its SEN support team and is looking to appoint 4 additional Teaching Assistants to support its growing provision across Reception and Key Stage 1.

The roles will involve supporting children across Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 with additional needs including Autism (ASD), SEMH and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN).

You will provide a mixture of 1:1 and small-group SEN support, helping pupils access learning, develop their communication and manage their emotions within the classroom.

The school is looking for patient, nurturing and confident individuals who have experience supporting children with additional needs and are keen to become part of a growing SEN team.

• Support pupils across Reception, Year 1 and Year 2
• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Work with children with ASD, SEMH and communication difficulties
• Support emotional regulation, behaviour and classroom routines
• Use visual timetables, Now & Next boards, Makaton or PECS where appropriate
• Adapt EYFS and KS1 learning activities to meet individual pupil needs
• Support speech, language, communication and social interaction
• Deliver targeted interventions and support early learning development
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support team
• Previous experience supporting children with ASD, SEMH and/or communication needs
• Experience working within Reception, EYFS or Key Stage 1
• Confident providing 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Good understanding of emotional regulation and positive behaviour support
• Experience using Makaton, PECS, Now & Next boards or visual timetables would be beneficial
• Understanding of the EYFS or KS1 curriculum
• Patient, nurturing and consistent approach

• Modern two-form entry primary school with excellent facilities
• Expanding its SEN support team to meet the needs of its growing provision
• Committed to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing
• Forest School provision supporting outdoor learning and development
• Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership team
• Part of a Multi-Academy Trust with training and CPD opportunities
• On-site staff parking available
• Long-term roles with permanent potential
• Opportunity to join a growing SEN support team
• Dedicated consultant support
• Trial day before starting
• Access to free CPD and SEN training

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant with a background in Reception, Key Stage 1 or SEN support, we would love to hear from you.

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.