SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 3 - 1:1 SEMH, ASD & Behaviour Support)
Location: Rugby, CV22
Weekly Rate: £455-£480
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Hours: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Contract: Long Term to Permanent
We're recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Rugby (CV22). This full-time role involves providing 1:1 support to a Year 3 pupil with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, including autism, attachment difficulties, and dysregulation.
You'll be working closely with one child who requires consistency, emotional support, and calm guidance to thrive throughout the day. A nurturing, patient, and trauma-informed approach is essential, alongside the ability to adapt to changing needs and behaviours.
The Role:
Provide 1:1 support to a Year 3 pupil with SEMH, ASD and attachment needs
Build a consistent, trusted relationship to enable emotional safety
Use behaviour plans and de-escalation strategies to support regulation
Encourage participation and progress within class-based learning
Spot signs of dysregulation and intervene calmly and appropriately
Promote positive behaviour, independence and emotional development
Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialistsThe Ideal Candidate:
Level 2/3 TA qualification (or equivalent)
Experience with SEMH, ASD and behavioural needs
Skilled in trauma-informed practice and consistent routines
Calm, emotionally resilient and confident in a 1:1 setting
Flexible and responsive to a pupil's changing needs
Committed to inclusion, communication, and teamworkAbout the School:
Two-form entry primary school
Part of a supportive Multi-Academy Trust
OFSTED rated 'Good'
Committed to inclusive and nurturing practices
Forest School and outdoor learning provision
Accessible by public transportWhy Join Long Term Futures:
Long-term positions with permanent potential
Roles across Rugby, Coventry & surrounding areas
Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
Online timesheets and out-of-hours supportOur 5-Step Process:
Apply - Send us your CV
Initial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences
Compliance - Quick and simple checks
Trial Day - Visit the school and meet the team
Start Work - If it's the right fit, you're ready to go