SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 5 - 1:1 SEMH Support)
Location: Rugby, CV22
Weekly Rate: £460-£500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract: Long Term to Permanent

Long Term Futures are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. This full-time role will focus on supporting the child both in lessons and with emotional regulation throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will need to offer consistency, patience and calm guidance, using a nurturing and trauma-informed approach to help the child engage positively in learning and develop emotional resilience.

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil with SEMH needs
• Support the pupil's learning in lessons, adapting tasks where needed
• Help with emotional regulation using agreed strategies and interventions
• Build a consistent, trusted relationship to promote emotional safety
• Encourage participation, independence and positive behaviour
• Recognise signs of dysregulation and intervene calmly and effectively
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals

• Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children with SEMH and behavioural needs
• Skilled in trauma-informed practice and regulation strategies
• Calm, emotionally resilient and confident in a 1:1 setting
• Flexible and responsive to individual needs
• Committed to inclusion, communication and teamwork

• Long-term positions with permanent potential
• Roles across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Online timesheets and out-of-hours support

1. Apply - Send us your CV
2. Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
3. Compliance - Quick and simple checks
4. Trial Day - Visit the school and meet the team
5. Start Work - If it's the right fit, you're ready to go