SEN Teaching Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for a welcoming primary school in Telford this September. You will support pupils with EHCPs in mainstream classrooms and the school's specialist provision, helping children with Autism, SLCN and SEMH to reach their full potential.

This full-time, term-time only role offers a daily rate of £110–£125 with start date 01/09/2026. You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups, coordinating with teachers and SEND staff to tailor activities and monitor

Qualifications

• A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• Understanding of ASD, SLCN and SEMH needs.
• Patient, nurturing and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with EHCPs on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Work across classroom and specialist provision settings.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, communication and independence.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff and external professionals.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Proactivity

Education

Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEND) Location: Telford TF1 Daily Rate: £110 - 125 Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Start Date: 01/09/2026 Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm

We are recruiting multiple SEN Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming primary school in Telford this September.

You'll support pupils with EHCPs both within mainstream classrooms and in the school's specialist provision.

This rewarding role involves working with children with Autism, Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, helping them to achieve their full potential.

In this role, you will:

• Support pupils with EHCPs on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Work across classroom and specialist provision settings.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, communication and independence.
• Work closely with teachers, SEND staff and external professionals.

You'll need:

• A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting.
• Understanding of ASD, SLCN and/or SEMH needs.
• A patient, nurturing and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.

full-time consistency in one school.

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.

Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.

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.

This role is easily commutable from: Telford Town Centre, Wellington, Hadley, Trench, Donnington, Oakengates, Leegomery, Shawbirch, Admaston, Ketley, Lawley, Dawley, Newport, Shifnal, Broseley and surrounding areas.

SEN Teaching Assistant | Primary Teaching Assistant | Primary School | EHCP Support | Specialist Provision | Classroom Support | SEND | Autism | Speech, Language & Communication Needs | SEMH | 1:1 Support | Small Group Support | Inclusion | KS1 | KS2 | Full-Time | Telford | TF1

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