Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Nuneaton is recruiting for an SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time role involves providing 1:1 support primarily for a Year 5 pupil with ASD and ADHD, while also assisting the class teacher. Ideal candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in managing challenging behaviours. The role offers the potential to become permanent for the right individual. Join a modern school with excellent facilities and a commitment to inclusion!

Benefits

On-site staff parking

Training and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, and additional behavioural needs.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent manner.
• The ability to support both individual pupils and whole-class learning effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support and whole-class SEN support.
• Assist the class teacher and support other pupils as required.
• Contribute to reviews and target setting for pupils with EHCPs.

Skills

Experience with ASD and ADHD

Managing challenging behaviour

Supporting individual and whole-class learning

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 & Whole Class Support)

• Location: Nuneaton, Coventry, CV10
• Weekly Rate: 480- 500
• Start Date: ASAP
• Hours: Full Time - 8:30am to 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
• Contract: Long Term with potential for Permanent

We are recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to join a modern, two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton. This long-term role will involve a combination of 1:1 support and whole-class SEN support, primarily working with a Year 5 pupil with ASD and ADHD, while also assisting the class teacher and supporting other pupils as required. The role offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent)
• Proven experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, and additional behavioural needs
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour in a calm, consistent manner
• Experience working with EHCPs and contributing to reviews and target setting
• The ability to support both individual pupils and whole-class learning effectively
• A collaborative approach, working closely with class teachers and the wider SEN team
• A strong understanding of the UK primary curriculum and inclusive SEN strategies

About the School:

• Modern, two-form entry primary school with excellent facilities
• Strong commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Forest School provision supporting outdoor learning and personal development
• Supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership team
• Part of a Multi-Academy Trust offering training and CPD opportunities
• On-site staff parking available

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about supporting children with additional needs and enjoy working flexibly across both 1:1 and whole-class settings, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the application page.