Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Handsworth, Birmingham B19
Daily Rate: 95 - 105
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only), full-time
Start Date: September 1st 2026
Contract: Long-Term temporary, Temp to Perm

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs? We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Handsworth for a rewarding 1:1 support role working with two pupils in Year 2 and Year 5 for September 2026.

This role is ideal for someone who is calm, resilient and confident building positive relationships with children who require consistent emotional and behavioural support to succeed in the classroom.

Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for two pupils with SEMH needs.
• Build trusting relationships that promote confidence, emotional regulation and engagement.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and work closely with the class teacher and SENDCO.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to school staff.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, ADHD or additional needs.
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• Experience delivering 1:1 support in a primary or SEN setting.
• A patient, proactive and nurturing approach.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.

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.
• 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

1. Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
2. Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
3. Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
4. Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

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.

This role is easily commutable from:
Handsworth, Perry Barr, Lozells, Hockley, Winson Green, Smethwick, Ladywood, Aston, Erdington, Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham City Centre, West Bromwich and surrounding Birmingham areas.

SEN Teaching Assistant 1:1 SEN Support Primary School SEMH Key Stage 1 Key Stage 2 Behaviour Support Social, Emotional & Mental Health Full-Time Handsworth