Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant Location: Bartley Green, Birmingham B32 - Easily accessible from Northfield, Quinton, Harborne, and surrounding areas Day Rate: £105 - £115 Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Start Date: January 2026 - Immediate for the right candidate Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm Long Term Futures are recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils across KS3 and KS4 at a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Bartley Green. This role suits someone confident supporting a range of needs including ASC, ADHD, SEMH, speech & language, and cognition & learning. Your Role Will Include: Providing 1:1 and small-group SEND support Helping pupils regulate emotions and behaviours throughout the day Supporting curriculum access in English, maths, science, and wider subjects Implementing personalised support plans and EHCP targets Assisting with transitions, routines, and behaviour support strategies Giving feedback to teachers, SENCO, and pastoral teams Building trusting, professional relationships with pupils who require consistency Supporting interventions that boost literacy, numeracy, and social communicationWe're Looking For: Experience supporting young people with SEND in a school, PRU, or youth work setting Strong behaviour management skills and patience during challenging moments Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries Ability to follow behaviour plans, regulation techniques, and escalation protocols Resilience, reliability, and commitment to long-term consistency Confidence working alongside teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and pastoral teams Awareness of the secondary curriculum A nurturing, calm, and adaptable approachAbout the School: This is a caring and community-focused secondary school with a strong inclusion department. The school has a dedicated SENCO, well-established support systems, and excellent facilities to meet pupil needs. Staff describe it as a supportive, structured, and positive working environment. 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. A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement. 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 Apply - Submit your CV via the application page. Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences. Trial Day - Experience the school before deciding. Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day. If this role isn't suitable, please contact Tim at Long Term Futures to discuss your ideal job role