Job Description
1:1 Teaching Assistant - Year 2 (ADHD & SEMH Support) | Selly Oak, B29\n\nLocation: Selly Oak, B29\n Pay: £90 - £105 per day\n Contract Type: Long-term to permanent\n Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM\n Start Date: ASAP\n\nAre you a patient and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting a child's educational and emotional development?\n\nAbout the Role\n\nLong Term Futures is seeking a compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 child with ADHD and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Based in a nurturing primary school in Selly Oak (B29), this long-term role offers the potential to become permanent. You'll help the child develop their confidence, manage their emotions, and fully engage with their learning.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProvide 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with ADHD and SEMH needs.\nWork with the class teacher and SENCO to implement EHCP targets and support plans.\nUse behaviour management strategies to support emotional regulation.\nImplement approaches like Zones of Regulation, emotion coaching, and sensory strategies.\nEncourage engagement through structured and creative activities.Candidate Requirements\n\nExperience supporting children with ADHD and SEMH needs.\nKnowledge of EHCPs and individual support plans.\nFamiliarity with Zones of Regulation, emotion coaching, and de-escalation techniques (desirable).\nStrong behaviour management skills and a patient approach.\nAbility to build positive relationships and support emotional development.Why Work with Long Term Futures?\n\nConsistent, full-time work with potential for a permanent role.\nOpportunities in schools across Birmingham and surrounding areas.\nA dedicated consultant to support you.\nTrial days instead of formal interviews.\nAccess to free CPD training, including Behaviour Management and SEMH Support.Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process\n\nApply - Submit your CV.\nInitial Call - We'll discuss your experience and preferences.\nSchool Matching - We'll find the right role for you.\nTrial Day - Experience the school before committing.\nStart Work - If it's the right fit, you're ready to begin.All applicants need a valid DBS and two references for a trial day.
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