Location: Dudley, DY5
Weekly Pay: £(Apply online only)
Days: 8:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm
Are you a Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs? A welcoming primary school in the Brierley Hill area is seeking a dedicated TA to support pupils with Special Educational Needs.
This is a rewarding, hands-on role within a well-established team, ideal for someone confident supporting children with additional needs who need patience, structure, and emotional support throughout the school day.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support
Support children with Autism (including non-verbal pupils) and SEMH needs
Use visual aids, PECS or Makaton (where appropriate) to aid communication
Promote self-regulation and support positive behaviour strategies
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external specialists
What We're Looking For:
A Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or an equivalent relevant qualification
Previous experience supporting children with ASD, non-verbal needs and/or SEMH (essential)
Confident using communication tools and de-escalation techniques
A team player who values consistency and routine
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.
A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
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
Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
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
Salary description
£480.00 - £520.00 per week