SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Trial day before starting

Free CPD and SEN training

Dedicated consultant support

No day-to-day supply

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Northfield. You will be based in a Year 4 class, providing whole-class support and additional SEN support for individual pupils.

The role includes supporting a pupil with SEMH needs and assisting with personal care alongside another staff member. This long-term to permanent role offers continuity and professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience within a primary school.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN and/or SEMH.
• Comfortable supporting with personal care alongside another member of staff.
• Confident providing whole-class, small group and 1:1 support.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide whole-class support within a Year 4 classroom.
• Support a pupil with SEMH and emotional regulation needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support where required.
• Assist another member of staff with a pupil's personal care.
• Deliver targeted interventions and support learning activities.
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and independence.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team.

Skills

SEN support

Emotional regulation support

1:1 support

Small group support

Behaviour management

Effective communication

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 4

Location: Northfield, Birmingham, B31

Weekly Pay: £500 - £525

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

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-Term to PermanentLong Term Futures are recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Northfield. You will be based within a Year 4 class, providing whole-class support alongside additional SEN support for individual pupils.

The role will include supporting a pupil with SEMH needs, as well as assisting another member of staff with the personal care needs of a child in the class.

The Role

• Provide whole-class support within a Year 4 classroom
• Support a pupil with SEMH and emotional regulation needs
• Provide 1:1 and small group support where required
• Assist another member of staff with a pupil's personal care
• Deliver targeted interventions and support learning activities
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and independence
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous Teaching Assistant experience within a primary school
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN and/or SEMH
• Comfortable supporting with personal care alongside another member of staff
• Confident providing whole-class, small group and 1:1 support
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

About the School

• Ofsted rated 'Good' primary school in Northfield, B31
• Two-form entry with a welcoming and inclusive environment
• Strong focus on SEN, inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Supportive leadership and experienced staff team

Why Join Long Term Futures?

• Long-term role with permanent potential
• No day-to-day supply
• Dedicated consultant support
• Trial day before starting
• Access to free CPD and SEN trainingLong 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