SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in United Kingdom Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A dedicated educational support provider in Northfield, Birmingham is seeking a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with complex needs. This long-term to permanent role involves helping children develop their skills in a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications, and the role offers ongoing support and potential for career growth.

Benefits

Long-term roles with potential for permanent employment

Access to a wide range of schools

Ongoing support from recruitment consultant

Free CPD courses

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school or preschool environment.
• Experience supporting children 1:1 or in small groups.
• Knowledge of supporting child/children with ASD and SLCN.

Responsibilities

• Support children with learning and development in small groups or 1:1.
• Interact with children in the SEN Resource hub.

Skills

Experience in school environment

Experience supporting children with ASD

Understanding of EYFS framework

Ability to work in teams

Education

TA qualifications or relevant degree

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location- Northfield, Birmingham
• Weekly Rate: 455 - 480
• Start Date- 01/09/2025
• Days- Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
• Hours- 8:30am to 3:30pm
• Contract- Long Term to Perm

Long Term Futures are looking for a caring and nurturing SEN teaching assistant to work in our Primary school in the Northfield area. This role will involve working alongside a supportive team working with children in Early years and Key Stage One with Complex Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech Language and Communication needs.

The Role:

The role will be based both within a SEN Resource hub and the school aims to develop its students as individuals with the use of outdoor learning and therapeutic intervention. Pupils are given the freedom that the grounds of the school provide, and your role will to be interact with the children and support children with learning and development in either small groups or on a 1:1 basis. This role is offered on a long-term basis with the potential to go permanent for the successful candidate.

The Ideal candidate:

• Has previous experience working in a school environment or Preschool environment
• Has experience supporting children 1:1 or 2:1 or in small groups.
• Has experience or knowledge of supporting child/children with ASD, SLCN, non verbal
• Understanding of EYFS framework
• Has TA qualifications or relevant degree
• Can work as part of a team.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term roles with real potential for permanent employment
• Access to a wide range of schools across Birmingham, Coventry, and surrounding areas
• Ongoing, personalised support from your dedicated recruitment consultant
• Free CPD courses, including Autism Awareness and Behaviour Management
• 24/7 support and an easy-to-use online timesheet system

Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page
2. Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
3. Compliance - We'll complete compliance checks quickly and thoroughly
4. Trial Day - Visit the school and meet the team before committing
5. Start Work - Begin your new role if it's the right fit!