Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant
Location: Erdington, B23
Pay Rate: -110 - -120 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Monday - Friday, long-term temp to perm.

Long Term Futures are recruiting for a nurturing and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Birmingham, Erdington. This role is based within Early Years, with a strong focus on supporting pupils with additional needs, alongside providing general classroom support. A significant part of the role will involve 1:1 support with pupils who have SEN, helping them to access learning through tailored strategies, structured routines and consistent support.
The role is a long-term position with the opportunity to turn permanent for someone who is passionate about early intervention, patient in their approach, and confident adapting support to meet a range of needs within a classroom environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and whole classroom support for pupils with EHCPs within a KS1 setting
• Deliver targeted small group interventions to support learning and development
• Support pupils with a range of needs, including Autism, SEMH and communication difficulties
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and abilities
• Support early learning including phonics, literacy and numeracy
• Implement strategies to support behaviour, engagement and emotional regulation

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning Qualification, or relevant subject is required
• Experience supporting pupils with EHCP
• Previous experience working within KS1 or Early Years
• Strong understanding and experience of SEN, including ASD, SEMH and communication needs
• Confident delivering small group interventions and 1:1 support
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term placements offering stability and meaningful impact
• Weekly pay via our streamlined digital system
• Free CPD including Behaviour Management, SEMH and Positive Handling
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing guidance and support

Apply with your CV today to discuss this role in further detail. Jaya from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the 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.