SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 5 (1:1 Support)
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £460 to £500 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 February 2026 |
| Location: | Nuneaton, Warwickshire |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 199027 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 5 (1:1 Support)
Location: Nuneaton, CV10
Weekly Pay: £460-£500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Long-Term with the opportunity to become permanent
Do you thrive on building trust, creating structure, and helping children with SEN succeed?
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day.
Long Term Futures are working closely with a welcoming, two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with ASD and ADHD. The pupil benefits from clear routines, calm communication and consistent adult support to stay focused, regulate emotions and access learning successfully.
This is a long-term role with real stability and the chance to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.
The Role
- Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, adapting strategies to meet individual needs
- Support emotional regulation, attention, and positive behaviour using agreed behaviour plans
- Deliver targeted interventions and scaffold learning to support progress across the KS2 curriculum
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets
- Track progress, celebrate achievements, and contribute to review meetings
- Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote confidence and independence
What We're Looking For
- Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and behavioural needs
- Confident using de-escalation techniques and consistent behaviour strategies
- Strong understanding of KS2 expectations and SEN-inclusive classroom practice
- Calm, patient, and reliable approach with excellent communication skills
- A team-player mindset when working with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff
About the School
- Modern, well-resourced two-form entry primary school
- Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and emotional development
- On-site Forest School provision supporting outdoor and experiential learning
- Supportive, forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
- Part of a Multi-Academy Trust offering ongoing CPD and training
- On-site staff parking available
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term roles with genuine temp-to-perm opportunities
- Dedicated consultant support from application to placement
- Free safeguarding and CPD training
- Clear, simple onboarding process with trial days available
Our Simple 5-Step Process
Apply → Intro Call → Compliance → Trial Day → Start Work
Location: Nuneaton, CV10
Weekly Pay: £460-£500
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Long-Term with the opportunity to become permanent
Do you thrive on building trust, creating structure, and helping children with SEN succeed?
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference every single day.
Long Term Futures are working closely with a welcoming, two-form entry primary school in Nuneaton who are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil with ASD and ADHD. The pupil benefits from clear routines, calm communication and consistent adult support to stay focused, regulate emotions and access learning successfully.
This is a long-term role with real stability and the chance to move into a permanent position for the right candidate.
The Role
- Provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, adapting strategies to meet individual needs
- Support emotional regulation, attention, and positive behaviour using agreed behaviour plans
- Deliver targeted interventions and scaffold learning to support progress across the KS2 curriculum
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets
- Track progress, celebrate achievements, and contribute to review meetings
- Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil to promote confidence and independence
What We're Looking For
- Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning qualification (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and behavioural needs
- Confident using de-escalation techniques and consistent behaviour strategies
- Strong understanding of KS2 expectations and SEN-inclusive classroom practice
- Calm, patient, and reliable approach with excellent communication skills
- A team-player mindset when working with teachers, SENCOs, and pastoral staff
About the School
- Modern, well-resourced two-form entry primary school
- Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and emotional development
- On-site Forest School provision supporting outdoor and experiential learning
- Supportive, forward-thinking Senior Leadership Team
- Part of a Multi-Academy Trust offering ongoing CPD and training
- On-site staff parking available
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term roles with genuine temp-to-perm opportunities
- Dedicated consultant support from application to placement
- Free safeguarding and CPD training
- Clear, simple onboarding process with trial days available
Our Simple 5-Step Process
Apply → Intro Call → Compliance → Trial Day → Start Work