Location: Coventry, CV2
Pay Rate: £500 – £525 per week
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Monday – Friday, long-term temp to perm.

Long Term Futures are recruiting a caring and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 1 pupil within a friendly and inclusive primary school in Coventry. This is a long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
The role will involve providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with additional needs, helping them to access the curriculum, develop social skills and manage their emotions within an early years/KS1 setting. The school offers a supportive environment with a strong focus on early intervention and pupil wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with additional needs, including ASD and SEMH traits.
• Support early learning development including phonics, numeracy and communication
• Help the pupil engage with classroom routines and structured activities
• Encourage communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Build a consistent, supportive relationship to encourage confidence and independence
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt support strategies

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning Qualification, or relevant subject
• Experience working with primary-aged pupils
• Experience supporting children with SEN
• A background supporting students in a classroom or similar setting
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies or training
• A co-operative, patient and positive attitude

About the School

• Welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Coventry
• Strong focus on early years development and nurturing learning environment
• Committed to supporting pupils with additional needs through tailored SEND provision
• Collaborative and supportive staff team with a focus on pupil wellbeing
• Emphasis on inclusion, early intervention, and positive learning experiences
   

Apply with your CV today to discuss this role in further detail. Jaya from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the 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.