SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support

Location:

Rugby, CV21
Weekly Pay Rate: £480-£500

Start Date:

13th April 2026 (after the Easter break)

Hours:

8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)

Contract:

Long Term to Permanent Long Term Futures are recruiting a SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 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 involves supporting two pupils with SEMH needs across the school day. In the morning, you will support a Year 3 pupil with SEMH and Pathological Demand Avoidance, helping with emotional regulation and reintegration into the classroom. In the afternoon, you will work with a Year 5 pupil with SEMH needs, supporting behaviour, engagement and learning.

The school has a strong SEN team and supportive leadership, making it a great environment for a resilient teaching assistant who enjoys building positive relationships with pupils who need consistent support.

The Role

Provide 1:1 support across Year 3 and Year 5
Support a Year 3 pupil & Year 5 with SEMH and PDA, including classroom reintegration
Work both inside and outside the classroom
Assist in supporting children with Outdoor play & learning
Support learning tasks, emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
Build consistent, trusting relationships with pupils
Work closely with teachers and the SENCOThe Ideal Candidate

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or relevant experience)
Experience supporting SEMH or behavioural needs
Understanding of PDA strategies or trauma-informed approaches
Calm, resilient and confident in a 1:1 support role
Strong relationship-building and behaviour management skills
Team Teach or Behaviour training (Highly Desirable) Why Join Long Term Futures?

Long-term roles with permanent opportunities
Opportunities across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
Support from a dedicated consultant
Online timesheets and out-of-hours support

Our 5-Step Process

Apply - Send us your CV
Initial Call - Discuss your experience and preferences
Compliance - Quick checks
Trial Day - Meet the school
Start Work - Begin your new role

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