SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Rugby, CV21 Weekly Pay Rate: £480-£500 Start Date: ASAP Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Contract: Long Term to PermanentLong Term Futures are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide targeted 1:1 support across two-year groups in a welcoming four-form entry junior school in Rugby, rated Good by Ofsted. This full-time role will involve supporting two pupils with complex needs: half the day in Year 3, working with a boy with ASD/Autism alongside high-level SEMH needs, and half the day in Year 5, supporting a boy with ADHD, SEMH needs and attachment-related challenges. Both pupils spend significant time learning outside of the classroom, requiring a calm, consistent and nurturing approach. The successful candidate will be confident supporting emotional regulation, behaviour management and engagement through a trauma-informed and relationship-based approach. The Role: Provide 1:1 support for two pupils across Year 3 and Year 5 Support a Year 3 pupil with ASD and high-level SEMH needs Support a Year 5 pupil with ADHD, SEMH and attachment needs Deliver support both in and outside of the classroom Assist with learning tasks and tailored interventions Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour Build consistent, trusting relationships with both pupils Work closely with teachers, SENCO and external professionals Support during transitions, breaks and unstructured timesThe Ideal Candidate: Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent) Experience supporting ASD, ADHD and complex SEMH needs Understanding of attachment and trauma-informed practice Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 setting Team Teach training desirable (or willingness to complete) Flexible across year groups and learning environments Able to support pupils outside of the classroom when needed Committed to inclusion, teamwork and positive relationshipsWhy Join Long Term Futures? Long-term positions with permanent potential Roles across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas Personalised support from a dedicated consultant Online timesheets and out-of-hours supportOur 5-Step Process: Apply – Send us your CV Initial Call – We\’ll discuss your experience and preferences Compliance – Quick and simple checks Trial Day – Visit the school and meet the team Start Work – If it\’s the right fit, you\’re ready to go