SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Handsworth, Birmingham (B20)Pay: £455-£480 per weekContract Type: Full-time, Long-termHours: 8:30am - 3:30pmStart Date: September 2025

Are you a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant with experience supporting complex SEN needs?A welcoming and supportive primary school in Handsworth is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to students who require specialised support.

About the Role:

In this position, you will work with students across KS2 who present with complex needs such as Severe Autism, ADHD, and challenging behaviours. Many of these pupils are unable to participate in whole class learning and require highly personalised support both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning using specific techniques designed to meet each student's individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex SEN needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions and individualised learning activities.
• Support students with Severe Autism, ADHD, and those displaying challenging behaviours.
• Work alongside teaching staff to adapt lesson content according to each pupil's learning plan.
• Promote a calm, safe, and structured learning environment.
• Support students' emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies.
• Assist with personal care where required (preferred but not essential).

Candidate Requirements:

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is essential.
• Previous experience supporting complex SEN needs within a school environment.
• Experience supporting students with Severe Autism, ADHD, and challenging behaviours.
• Experience with personal care is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations.
• Confident in delivering learning using tailored teaching strategies.

Why Work with Us?

• Long-term, full-time placement starting in September.
• Competitive weekly pay (£455-£480).
• Opportunity to make a real difference in a child's educational journey.
• Ongoing support and CPD opportunities from an experienced consultant.

Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process

1. Submit your CV
2. Initial telephone consultation with Jasmine
3. Online registration and compliance
4. School introduction and trial
5. Start your new role!

All applicants need a valid DBS and two references for a trial day. If this role isn't suitable, please contact Jasmine at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role. These are some of the job roles you could apply for with Long Term Futures:

SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN Classroom Assistant, SEN Support Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, One to One Teaching Assistant, Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant, Early Years SEN Teaching Assistant, Primary SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant Special Needs, Special Education Needs Teaching Assistant, Special Needs Teaching Assistant, 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant.

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