SEN Teaching Assistant (ASC School)
Location: Handsworth, B20 Birmingham
Weekly Pay: £(Apply online only)
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm
Easily commutable from: Aston, Nechells, Erdington, Newtown, Perry Barr, Handsworth, Hockley, West Bromwich, Smethwick, Harborne
Are you a calm, confident, and experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism? We're working with a specialist ASC setting in Birmingham, looking for a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join their primary phase team and make a lasting impact.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing, well-resourced school that tailors education to pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC). You'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to using proven ASC strategies and structured routines to help children thrive.
What You'll Be Doing:
Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with ASC in the primary phase
Use visual timetables, PECS, and other autism-friendly approaches to aid learning
Support emotional regulation and sensory needs throughout the day
Build strong, consistent relationships that help reduce anxiety and build trust
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver personalised support plansWhat We're Looking For:
A Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning Qualification
Proven experience working with children with Autism (preferably in a school setting)
A calm, patient, and proactive approach
Knowledge of autism strategies such as TEACCH, PECS, visual support and sensory tools
A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needsWhy 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 making a decision.
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