1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 4

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham (B14) Weekly Pay: £460 - £500 Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only) Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (Temp-to-Perm)

Could you be the consistent, trusted adult who helps a child feel safe, supported and ready to learn? This is a genuinely rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference to a child who thrives with structure, patience and encouragement.

Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a welcoming, Ofsted-rated 'Good' primary school in Kings Heath (B14) to recruit a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant. You will provide focused support to a Year 4 pupil with ASD and ADHD, helping them regulate emotions, engage with learning and build confidence within a mainstream classroom.

The Role

Working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo and inclusion team, you will deliver calm, consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day. The pupil benefits from clear routines, positive behaviour strategies and a trusted adult who understands emotional regulation.

Your responsibilities will include:

Delivering tailored 1:1 support aligned to EHCP targets

Using de-escalation and regulation strategies to support behaviour and focus

Supporting access to the KS2 curriculum through structured learning

Assisting with transitions, routines and emotional regulation

Building a positive, trusting relationship that promotes independence

Recording progress and working collaboratively with school staff

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting pupils with ASD and/or ADHD

Confidence managing behaviour using positive, consistent strategies

Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification or strong school-based experience

Calm, patient and resilient approach

Strong communication skills and team mindset

Passion for inclusion and SEN support

The School

Ofsted-rated 'Good' mainstream primary school

Friendly, inclusive and supportive environment

Proactive SENDCo and supportive SLT

Strong SEN systems and behaviour frameworks

Clear focus on emotional wellbeing

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term stability with genuine temp-to-perm potential

Free CPD including Autism Awareness and Behaviour Support

Trial days to ensure the school is the right fit

Dedicated consultant support throughout

Our Simple 5-Step Process

Apply → Initial Call → Compliance → Trial Day → Start Work

Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity in Kings Heath. If this isn't the right role for you, please get in touch with India @ Long Term Futures to discuss other vacancies