Some children need one person they can count on. In this role, that person is you.
A mainstream primary school in Coventry is looking for a 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with autism and an EHCP. This is a long-term placement starting as soon as the right person is found, five days a week, working through Sprint Education.
The pupil is pre-verbal with complex needs, and their support requirements have recently increased following a period of regression. They enjoy sensory activities, familiar books, and nursery rhymes. They respond well to calm, consistent adults who don't overreact and who can hold a steady presence through difficult moments.
This isn't a role for someone who needs quick wins. It's for someone who finds meaning in showing up the same way, every day, and watching trust build over time.
What you'll be doing:
* Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil throughout the school day
* Following the pupil's current strategies, including sensory regulation techniques and 'Now and Next' approaches
* Working calmly and consistently within a provision staffed by four adults
* Communicating regularly with the school's SENCO as your day-to-day point of contact
* Supporting the pupil's gradual reintegration into the mainstream classroom over time
* Helping the pupil build positive relationships with their peers through safe, structured interactions
What we're looking for:
* Previous experience supporting pupils with autism or complex SEND in a school setting
* A calm, non-reactive approach when faced with challenging or physical behaviour
* Confidence working 1:1 with a young child who may initially resist support
* Familiarity with sensory regulation strategies - experience with 'Now and Next' is a bonus
* A patient, consistent presence - someone who understands that behaviour communicates need
* An Enhanced DBS registered with the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
What's on offer:
* Long-term placement through Sprint Education, full-time, five days per week
* A supportive team environment with clear SENCO oversight and escalation
* A role with genuine continuity - you'll be the consistent adult this child needs
* Day-to-day support and a thorough introduction on your first morning
Why Sprint?
If you're looking to work as a teacher in a mainstream classroom, providing day-to-day supply cover, we're probably not the agency for you. But if you're passionate about supporting students with additional needs and want a long-term role where you can build consistency and see the impact of your work every day, that's exactly what we do.
Next Steps
If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, register your interest today.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position is previous experience working in a school setting.
Sprint Education Recruitment is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About Sprint Education
Sprint Education is a market leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. Specialists in SEND support for mainstream and SEN schools.
What Sprint Education offer
* Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
* Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
* Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
* Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Sprint Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£95.00 - £100.00 per day