SEND Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A supportive educational agency is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant in Handsworth to help children with Autism and communication needs. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support in a specialist resource base. The ideal candidate is experienced in special needs education and passionate about helping children thrive. Enjoy full-time consistent work, training opportunities, and potential for a permanent role. Apply today or contact us for more information.

Benefits

Access to free CPD

Weekly pay

Dedicated support from experienced team

Opportunities for permanent roles

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD, communication needs, or developmental delay is essential.
• Confident in using visual and play-based communication strategies.
• Passionate about fostering independence and confidence in children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD and communication needs.
• Work with non-verbal or pre-verbal children using visuals and structured routines.
• Assist children in developing sensory regulation and emotional needs.

Skills

Supporting children with ASD

Using visual strategies

Building strong relationships

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Early Years qualification

Childcare qualification

SEND qualification

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Handsworth
Daily Rate: £105 - £115 per day
Contract: Long Term to Permanent
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Commutable From: Handsworth, Lozells, Aston, Perry Barr, Winson Green, Hockley, Great Barr, Birmingham City Centre

We're looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a warm, inclusive primary school in the Handsworth area. You'll be based within their specialist resource base, supporting pupils with Autism (ASD), non‑verbal or pre‑verbal communication needs, developmental delay and EHCPs, helping them to learn, communicate and grow their skills each day. If you have experience supporting children with additional needs or a genuine passion for helping them thrive, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Day to Day

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD and significant communication needs.
• Work with children who are non‑verbal or pre‑verbal, using visuals, gestures, modelling and structured routines.
• Support pupils working at EYFS developmental levels, adapting activities to suit their learning profiles.
• Implement EHCP targets, contributing to progress tracking and consistent support.
• Assist children with sensory regulation, emotional needs and positive engagement.
• Build strong, trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe, understood and ready to learn.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and external specialists to ensure each child receives high-quality, personalised support.

About You

• Experience supporting children with ASD, speech/communication needs or developmental delay.
• Confident using visual strategies and play‑based communication.
• Passionate about helping children develop independence, confidence and communication skills.
• A team player with strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Relevant qualifications (Level 2/3 TA, Early Years, Childcare, SEND) are beneficial.

Why Work With Us?

• Full‑time, consistent work in a well‑supported school environment.
• Access to free CPD, including Behaviour Support, Autism Awareness, Communication Strategies and more.
• Weekly pay through our reliable, easy‑to‑use system.
• Dedicated support from our experienced team.
• Opportunities to secure a permanent role in the right setting.

Apply now. If you're passionate about making a real difference to children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Ella at Long Term Futures.