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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 02 September 2025
Salary: £90 to £110 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 September 2025
Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 186869

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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist College - Coventry (CV4)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time (37.5 Hours A Week)
Pay: From £90 per day (PAYE - no umbrella deductions)

Are you motivated by the idea of supporting young people with additional needs to thrive both in and out of the classroom? Long Term Futures is working with a specialist college in Coventry that provides education and care for learners aged 16-25 with autism, physical disabilities, and a wide range of learning difficulties.

We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team and provide tailored support that helps students gain independence, build confidence, and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Your Role
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Work 1:1 and in small groups to help students engage with their studies


Work 1:1 and in small groups to help students engage with their studies
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Encourage independence in learning as well as in everyday routines


Encourage independence in learning as well as in everyday routines
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Support differentiated activities to ensure lessons are accessible and inspiring for all


Support differentiated activities to ensure lessons are accessible and inspiring for all
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Assist with social, emotional, and communication development


Assist with social, emotional, and communication development
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Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other staff to deliver joined-up, holistic support


Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other staff to deliver joined-up, holistic support

What We're Looking For
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Previous experience supporting young people with additional needs (post-16 experience an advantage but not essential)


Previous experience supporting young people with additional needs (post-16 experience an advantage but not essential)
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A caring, patient, and adaptable approach


A caring, patient, and adaptable approach
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Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships


Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
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Confidence in encouraging independence and using positive behaviour strategies


Confidence in encouraging independence and using positive behaviour strategies
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A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be welcomed, but transferable experience is equally valued


A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be welcomed, but transferable experience is equally valued

Benefits of Working with Long Term Futures
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Transparent weekly pay through PAYE - no umbrella deductions


Transparent weekly pay through PAYE - no umbrella deductions
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Access to exclusive SEN roles across Coventry and the wider Midlands


Access to exclusive SEN roles across Coventry and the wider Midlands
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A dedicated consultant offering personalised support and guidance


A dedicated consultant offering personalised support and guidance
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Free CPD and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills


Free CPD and professional development opportunities to strengthen your skills
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The chance to secure long-term or permanent roles in supportive SEN settings


The chance to secure long-term or permanent roles in supportive SEN settings
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A smooth and supportive registration process to get you into the classroom quickly


A smooth and supportive registration process to get you into the classroom quickly

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If you're ready to begin a rewarding role supporting young people in a specialist college setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Send your CV today to learn more.

Safeguarding Statement: All applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an enhanced DBS and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.

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