SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant North Birmingham £100-£115 per day Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-time, long-term (Temp-to-Perm Opportunity) Long Term Futures is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive mainstream secondary school in North Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. The school supports pupils across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 with a range of additional needs, which may include Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff and the school's SEN department to provide targeted support, ensuring pupils can access mainstream lessons, develop their independence, and feel confident within the school environment.

About the Role Working alongside class teachers, the SENCO, and the wider inclusion team, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional learning needs Supporting students with SEND to access the mainstream secondary curriculum Helping pupils remain engaged, focused, and confident during lessons Adapting learning materials and activities to meet individual pupil needs Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation Implementing strategies outlined within Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual support plans Building positive, trusting relationships while encouraging independence and resilience Supporting pupils who may struggle with transitions, classroom routines, or social situations Monitoring pupil progress and providing regular feedback to teaching staff Working collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, and the SEN department to promote an inclusive learning environmentIdeal Candidate Profile Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND or additional learning needs is highly desirable Experience working within a UK secondary school, SEN school, Alternative Provision, or similar educational setting would be advantageous A good understanding of ASC, ADHD, SEMH, and other additional needs Patient, compassionate, and adaptable, with a positive approach to supporting young people Confident working with secondary-aged pupils across KS3 and KS4 Strong communication and relationship-building skills Able to remain calm under pressure and respond appropriately to challenging situations Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working collaboratively with teaching staff Passionate about promoting inclusion and helping pupils achieve positive academic and personal outcomesWhy Work with Long Te...

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