Location: B45 Rubery, Birmingham
Weekly Pay: £500-£525
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-TermLong Term Futures are seeking a caring and experienced KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school near Rubery.
This is a full-time role supporting pupils with special educational needs across KS1, working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide targeted 1:1, small-group and classroom support.
The successful candidate will be confident adapting learning to meet individual needs and supporting pupils with their communication, emotional regulation, social development and engagement with learning. A calm, consistent and nurturing approach will be particularly important.
Responsibilities
Provide targeted SEN support across KS1
Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions
Support pupils with additional learning, communication and emotional needs
Adapt classroom activities to meet individual pupil needs
Use clear routines and consistent strategies to support engagement
Support pupils with emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Encourage communication, social interaction and independence
Help pupils develop confidence and resilience within the classroom
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team
Help maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environmentWhat the School is Looking For
Previous experience supporting children with SEN within a primary school
Experience working with pupils across KS1
Confidence providing both 1:1 and small-group SEN support
Experience supporting communication, social and emotional needs
Good understanding of positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
Knowledge of visual timetables, Now & Next, PECS and/or Makaton would be beneficial
Ability to establish clear and consistent routines
A patient, compassionate and resilient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skillsAbout the School
Welcoming primary and nursery school located near Rubery
Strong commitment to inclusion and ensuring every pupil feels valued
Places children's emotional wellbeing at the heart of learning
Calm and nurturing environment with clear and consistent expectations
Strong emphasis on kindness, respect, resilience and positive behaviour
Collaborative approach between teaching staff, SEN teams and families
Encourages pupils to develop confidence, independence and responsibility
Supportive school community committed to helping every child reach their potential
Please submit your application via the application page.
All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.
Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.
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
£108.00 - £115.00 per day