SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Erdington, Birmingham B24
Daily Rate: £110 - 120
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm

Long Term Futures are seeking a caring and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in the Erdington area of Birmingham.

You'll be supporting KS1 pupils with additional needs, including ASD and communication difficulties, providing a mixture of 1:1, small-group and classroom support. This is a long-term role ideal for someone looking for stability and the opportunity to become a valued part of a school team throughout the academic year.

In this role, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Help pupils access lessons and classroom activities
• Support communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
• Encourage independence and confidence
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Maintain consistent routines throughout the school day

You'll need:

• A Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEN
• ASD, communication or behaviour-support experience is desirable
• Confidence supporting pupils both 1:1 and in class

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
• No day-to-day supply - full-time consistency in one school.
• Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
• Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and further professional development/refreshers.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
2. Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
3. Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
4. 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.

This role is easily commutable from:
Erdington, Sutton Coldfield, Kingstanding, Stockland Green, Gravelly Hill, Witton, Aston, Perry Barr, Great Barr, Castle Vale, Hodge Hill, Washwood Heath, Birmingham City Centre and surrounding areas.

SEN Teaching Assistant | SEND Teaching Assistant | Primary School | KS1 SEN Support | 1:1 SEN Support | Small Group Support | Autism (ASC) | Communication Needs | Speech & Language Needs (SLCN) | Emotional Regulation | Positive Behaviour Support | SENCO Support | Inclusion | KS1 | Erdington | Birmingham | Full-Time | Long-Term