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SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kings Norton, Birmingham, B30
Weekly Pay Rate: £455 - £480
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm
Contract: Long-Term with Temp-to-Perm Potential

Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs?

Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a nurturing junior school in Kings Norton to appoint an SEN Teaching Assistant to join their KS2 team. This long-term role offers the chance of a permanent position for the right candidate.

Role Overview

You'll be supporting two Year 3 pupils with additional needs by:

Providing 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism, possible ADHD, and communication difficulties.

Engaging a second pupil with SEMH needs using play-based approaches and structured learning breaks.

Working collaboratively with the class teacher to adapt learning and manage the classroom environment.

Leading specific interventions including phonics, Speech & Language activities, and motor skill development tasks.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

Have experience delivering 2:1 or small group SEN/SEMH support (e.g. Autism, speech difficulties, emotional needs).

Are confident using positive behaviour strategies and de-escalation techniques.

Understand the KS1 and KS2 curriculum in mainstream settings.

Hold a relevant TA qualification or related degree.

Thrive in a collaborative team environment.

The School Offers:

A friendly, two-form entry setting with a strong ethos of inclusion.

Highly supportive leadership and an experienced SENDCO.

Well-resourced classrooms and specialist provisions.

A caring and community-driven approach to education.

Why Join Long Term Futures?

Consistent long-term roles with the option to go permanent

Placements across Birmingham, Coventry, and surrounding regions

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Free CPD including SEN & Behaviour Training

Easy-to-use timesheet system and 24/7 support

Ready to Take the Next Step? Our Simple Process:

Apply - Submit your CV through the link

Intro Call - We'll get to know you and what you're looking for

Compliance - We'll complete your vetting swiftly

Trial Day - See the school before deciding

Start - Begin your new role with confidence