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SEN Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 460 - 500 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Northfield, West Midlands
Expire in: 21 days
Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant
* Location: Northfield, Birmingham
* Weekly Rate: £460-£500
* Start Date: ASAP
* Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
* Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
* Contract: Long Term to Permanent
Long Term Futures are looking for a caring and patient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream primary school in Northfield. The role involves supporting children in Early Years and Key Stage One with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). You'll be joining a friendly, supportive team dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential.
The Role
This role is based within the school's Pathways Provision, a specialist setting designed to support children with complex Autism and communication difficulties. The provision provides a calm, structured environment with access to sensory areas, outdoor learning spaces, and therapeutic interventions. You will work closely with the class teacher and SEN staff to help pupils develop their communication, social, and independence skills. Support will be provided on a 1:1 basis or in small, structured groups.
This is a long-term position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The Ideal Candidate
* Experience working in a school or preschool setting
* Confident supporting children 1:1 or in small groups
* Experience or understanding of ASD, SLCN, or non-verbal communication
* Knowledge of sensory regulation and therapeutic support strategies
* Understanding of the EYFS framework
* Holds TA qualifications or a relevant degree
* Calm, patient, and able to work as part of a supportive team
The School
* Friendly and inclusive primary school environment
* Ofsted rated "Good"
* Supportive Senior Leadership Team and SENDCo
* Excellent facilities and a well-equipped Pathways Provision
* Strong focus on developing children's emotional and social skills through tailored interventions
Why Work with Long Term Futures
* Long-term roles with genuine potential for permanent employment
* Access to a wide range of schools across Birmingham, Coventry, and surrounding areas
* Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
* Free CPD courses, including Autism Awareness and Behaviour Management
* 24/7 support and an easy online timesheet system
If you think this role is right for you, please upload your CV via the application page, and Alex will be in touch to discuss the next stepsBefore You Apply
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