SEN Teaching Assistant — Long-Term Temp-to-Perm

Long Term Futures Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs and to help them overcome barriers to learning. The role is based in a Birmingham school and pays 100-115 per day, with a full-time, long-term temp-to-perm contract for the full academic year.

The ideal candidate will be patient, proactive, and passionate about SEN support, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH, and related needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient with nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to adapt to individual needs and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN.
• Supporting pupils to access the curriculum through tailored learning strategies.
• Assisting with EHCP implementation.
• Promoting independence, confidence, and positive engagement.
• Building trust and a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teachers and SEN team.
• Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and parents to achieve best outcomes.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Long Term Futures Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs and to help them overcome barriers to learning. The role is based in a Birmingham school and pays 100-115 per day, with a full-time, long-term temp-to-perm contract for the full academic year.

The ideal candidate will be patient, proactive, and passionate about SEN support, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and MLD.