SEN Teaching Assistant
Posted 4 days ago by Long Term Futures Ltd
£525 Per day
Undetermined
Undetermined
Rugby, Warwickshire
Summary: The SEN Teaching Assistant role in Rugby involves providing 1:1 support to students with special educational needs across Year 4 and Year 6 in a two-form entry school. The position is long-term with the potential for permanency, requiring a resilient individual who can build positive relationships with pupils needing consistent support. The role includes assisting with emotional regulation, behaviour strategies, and classroom reintegration. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in supporting SEMH or behavioural needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support across Year 4 and Year 6
- Support a Year 4 pupil & Year 6 with SEMH and PDA, including classroom reintegration
- Work both inside and outside the classroom
- Assist in supporting children with outdoor play & learning
- Support learning tasks, emotional regulation, and behaviour strategies
- Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils
- Work closely with teachers and the SENCO
Key Skills:
- Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience)
- Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs
- Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches
- Calm, resilient, and confident in a 1:1 support role
- Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills
- Team Teach or Behaviour training (Highly Desirable)
Salary (Rate): £525/day
City: Rugby
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Rugby, CV22
Weekly Pay Rate: £500-£525
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract: Long Term to Permanent
Long Term Futures are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support across two year groups in a welcoming two-form entry school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted. This role is offered on a long term basis with the potential to become permanent for the successful candidate.
The school has a strong SEN team and supportive leadership, making it a great environment for a resilient teaching assistant who enjoys building positive relationships with pupils who need consistent support.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 support across Year 4 and Year 6
- Support a Year 4 pupil & Year 6 with SEMH and PDA, including classroom reintegration
- Work both inside and outside the classroom
- Assist in supporting children with Outdoor play & learning
- Support learning tasks, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
- Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils
- Work closely with teachers and the SENCO
The Ideal Candidate
- Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience)
- Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs
- Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches
- Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 support role
- Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills
- Team Teach or Behaviour training (Highly Desirable)
Why Join Long Term Futures?
- Long-term roles with permanent opportunities
- Opportunities across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
- Support from a dedicated consultant
- Online timesheets and out-of-hours support
Our 5-Step Process
- Apply - Send us your CV
- Initial Call - Discuss your experience and preferences
- Compliance - Quick checks
- Trial Day - Meet the school
- Start Work - Begin your new role
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.