SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 5 (1:1 Support)

Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 5 (1:1 Support)
Location: Nuneaton, CV10
Weekly Pay: £460-£500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Long-Term with the opportunity to become permanent
Do you thrive on building trust, creating structure, and helping children with SEN succeed?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day.
Long Term Futures are working closely with a welcoming, two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with ASD and ADHD. The pupil benefits from clear routines, calm communication and consistent adult support to stay focused, regulate emotions and access learning successfully.
This is a long-term role with real stability and the chance to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.

The Role

• Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, adapting strategies to meet individual needs
• Support emotional regulation, attention, and positive behaviour using agreed behaviour plans
• Deliver targeted interventions and scaffold learning to support progress across the KS2 curriculum
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets
• Track progress, celebrate achievements, and contribute to review meetings
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote confidence and independence

What We're Looking For

• Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and behavioural needs
• Confident using de-escalation techniques and consistent behaviour strategies
• Strong understanding of KS2 expectations and SEN-inclusive classroom practice
• Calm, patient, and reliable approach with excellent communication skills
• A team-player mindset when working with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff

About the School

• Modern, well-resourced two-form entry primary school
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and emotional development
• On-site Forest School provision supporting outdoor and experiential learning
• Supportive, forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
• Part of a Multi-Academy Trust offering ongoing CPD and training
• On-site staff parking available

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term roles with genuine temp-to-perm opportunities
• Dedicated consultant support from application to placement
• Free safeguarding and CPD training
• Clear, simple onboarding process with trial days available

Our Simple 5-Step Process
Apply → Intro Call → Compliance → Trial Day → Start Work