SEND Teaching Assistant - #1741758

SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: Castle Bromwich, Birmingham B36Day Rate: £105 - 115Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)Start Date: ASAPContract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm

Are you looking to make a real difference in a supportive and rewarding SEND environment?

We're working with a welcoming mainstream primary school in the B36 area of Birmingham, who are seeking a passionate and dependable SEND Teaching Assistant to join their resource base. You'll be working alongside a skilled lead practitioner, supporting up to six pupils with a range of special educational needs. Pupils are of mixed primary ages, and support is tailored to individual learning plans.

Your Role:

• Support pupils with varied SEND needs including communication, cognition and sensory needs.
• Work collaboratively with the lead teacher in the room to deliver tailored interventions.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, focusing on engagement and progress.
• Foster a positive, nurturing learning space where pupils feel safe and supported.
• Help manage transitions and daily routines effectively.

What You'll Need:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, either in a school or care setting.
• A calm, flexible and patient approach.
• Confidence working across different age groups within a small setting.
• Familiarity with Read Write Inc. (RWI) phonics and confidence delivering sessions or following RWI-led activities.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education.

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

All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day.