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SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Rugby, CV21
Weekly Pay Rate: £480-£500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract: Long Term to PermanentLong Term Futures are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide targeted 1:1 support across two-year groups in a welcoming four-form entry junior school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted.

This full-time role will involve supporting two pupils with complex needs: half the day in Year 3, working with a boy with ASD/Autism alongside high-level SEMH needs, and half the day in Year 5, supporting a boy with ADHD, SEMH needs and attachment-related challenges. Both pupils spend significant time learning outside of the classroom, requiring a calm, consistent and nurturing approach.

The successful candidate will be confident supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement through a trauma-informed and relationship-based approach.

The Role:

Provide 1:1 support for two pupils across Year 3 and Year 5
Support a Year 3 pupil with ASD and high-level SEMH needs
Support a Year 5 pupil with ADHD, SEMH and attachment needs
Deliver support both in and outside of the classroom
Assist with learning tasks and tailored interventions
Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Build consistent, trusting relationships with both pupils
Work closely with teachers, SENCO and external professionals
Support during transitions, breaks and unstructured timesThe Ideal Candidate:

Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent)
Experience supporting ASD, ADHD and complex SEMH needs
Understanding of attachment and trauma-informed practice
Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 setting
Team Teach training desirable (or willingness to complete)
Flexible across year groups and learning environments
Able to support pupils outside of the classroom when needed
Committed to inclusion, teamwork and positive relationshipsWhy Join Long Term Futures?

Long-term positions with permanent potential
Roles across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
Online timesheets and out-of-hours supportOur 5-Step Process:

Apply - Send us your CV
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
Compliance - Quick and simple checks
Trial Day - Visit the school and meet the team
Start Work - If it's the right fit, you're ready to go