Job Description
Learning Support Assistant - Specialist SEN College | Coventry (CV4) | Full-Time | From £90/day (PAYE)\n\nAre you someone who believes in the potential of every young person-regardless of the challenges they face?\n\nAt Long Term Futures, we're excited to be working with a forward-thinking specialist college in Coventry that supports young adults aged 16-25 with complex additional needs, including Autism, physical disabilities, and profound learning difficulties. We're on the lookout for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring energy, patience, and compassion to this rewarding role.\n\nThis is more than just a classroom position-it's an opportunity to support students in building independence, confidence, and real-world skills that will serve them well beyond college life.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nSupporting students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, tailoring your approach to suit individual learning needs.\n\nHelping young people develop life skills both in and out of the classroom.\n\nEncouraging student independence through inclusive and accessible learning activities.\n\nSupporting emotional, social, and communication development in a nurturing environment.\n\nWorking collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and wider support teams to create consistency and success for each learner.\n\nWho You Are\n\nPassionate about working with young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), especially in a post-16 environment.\n\nExperience is helpful but not essential - your attitude, resilience, and willingness to learn matter most.\n\nPatient, empathetic, and confident in promoting positive behaviour and engagement.\n\nStrong communicator who thrives as part of a close-knit, supportive team.\n\nA Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is great to have, but not required.\n\nWhy Join Long Term Futures?\n\nA dedicated consultant supporting you from start to finish.\n\nAccess to a network of specialist SEN roles across the Midlands.\n\nOngoing CPD and career development opportunities tailored to your goals.\n\nCompetitive daily rates with PAYE pay - no hidden deductions.\n\nStreamlined onboarding to get you started quickly and confidently.\n\nReady to make a lasting impact in the lives of young people with additional needs?\n\nContact Josh at Long Term Futures to learn more and apply today. Let's help shape brighter futures-together