SEN Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support across Year 4 and Year 6 in a welcoming two-form entry school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted. The role is long term with potential to become permanent.

Daily duties include supporting SEMH/PDA, reintegration, and assisting in outdoor play and learning. A Level 2/3 TA qualification is preferred, with Team Teach desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs is essential.
• Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches is desirable.
• Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 support role.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support across Year 4 and Year 6.
• Support Year 4 and Year 6 pupils with SEMH and PDA, including reintegration.
• Work inside and outside the classroom and assist in outdoor learning.
• Support learning tasks, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies.
• Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCO.

Skills

SEMH support

PDA strategies

calm under pressure

relationship building

behaviour management

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Rugby, CV22

Weekly Pay Rate: £500-£525

Start Date: ASAP

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

Contract: Long Term to PermanentLong Term Futures are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support across two year groups in a welcoming two-form entry school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted. This role is offered on a long term basis with the potential to become permanent for the successful candidate.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 support across Year 4 and Year 6
• Support a Year 4 pupil & Year 6 with SEMH and PDA, including classroom reintegration
• Work both inside and outside the classroom
• Assist in supporting children with Outdoor play & learning
• Support learning tasks, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
• Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils
• Work closely with teachers and the SENCO

The Ideal Candidate

• Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience)
• Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs
• Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches
• Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 support role
• Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills
• Team Teach or Behaviour training (Highly Desirable)

Why Join Long Term Futures?

• Long-term roles with permanent opportunities
• Opportunities across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
• Support from a dedicated consultant

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