Teaching Assistant

senploy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures is seeking a resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Stechford. You will support pupils working significantly below age-related expectations, focusing on EYFS activities and early development for children with autism and speech needs.

Role involves 1:1 and small-group interventions, promoting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation, and calmly handling challenging behaviours while collaborating with teachers and the SEN team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with autism and speech and language needs.
• Experience working with pupils below age-related expectations.
• A resilient, patient and consistent approach to behaviour.
• Confidence delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils accessing EYFS-level activities and early developmental learning.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Manage challenging behaviour calmly using positive strategies.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEN team to support pupil progress.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Behaviour management

Communication support

Patience and resilience

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Long Term Futures are looking for a resilient and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Stechford.

You’ll support pupils working significantly below age-related expectations, with learning focused around the EYFS curriculum. The children primarily have autism and speech, language and communication needs, and some may display challenging behaviour. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is patient, adaptable and confident supporting children with additional needs.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual learning needs.
• Support pupils accessing EYFS-level activities and early developmental learning.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Manage challenging behaviour calmly using positive strategies.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEN team to support pupil progress.

You’ll need:

• A level 2/3 Qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent relevant subject.
• Previous experience supporting children with autism and speech and language needs.
• Experience working with pupils below age-related expectations.
• A resilient, patient and consistent approach to behaviour.
• Confidence delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process

• Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
• Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
• Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

Long 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.

SEN Teaching Assistant | Primary SEN Teaching Assistant | SEND Teaching Assistant | Autism Support | Speech and Language Needs | Communication and Interaction Needs | EYFS Curriculum | Working Below Age-Related Expectations | Early Years Learning | Individualised Learning | 1:1 SEN Support | Small Group Interventions | Challenging Behaviour Support | Positive Behaviour Management | Emotional Regulation | Resilience | Additional Learning Needs | Inclusive Education | Pupil Development | Primary School | Full-Time | Long-Term | ASAP Start | Stechford | Birmingham | B33