SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour & Complex Needs

SEN Teaching Assistant - Behaviour & Complex Needs

Location: Coventry, CV2

Weekly Pay: £480-£530

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Long-Term, Temp-to-PermLong Term Futures are seeking a confident, resilient and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN provision within a mainstream primary school in Coventry, CV2.

This is a full-time role working with a small group of 4-5 primary-aged boys with significant ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs. Pupils can display high levels of challenging behaviour, including verbal aggression, swearing, emotional dysregulation and unpredictable responses to everyday situations.

The successful candidate will need to be calm under pressure, confident managing challenging behaviour and experienced in using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies. This role requires someone who can establish clear boundaries, build trusting relationships and maintain a consistent approach within a demanding SEN environment.

Responsibilities

Support a small group of 4-5 pupils within the school's SEN provision

Work with children with high-level ASD, ADHD and SEMH needs

Confidently manage challenging behaviour, verbal aggression and emotional dysregulation

Use effective de-escalation and positive behaviour management strategies

Establish clear boundaries, structured routines and consistent expectations

Recognise behavioural triggers and respond calmly to challenging situations

Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEN support

Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and engagement levels

Support pupils with emotional regulation, social interaction and positive relationships

Encourage independence, resilience and appropriate communication

Follow individual behaviour support plans, risk assessments and EHCP targets

Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider SEN team to maintain a safe and structured environmentWhat the School is Looking For

Previous experience supporting pupils with significant behavioural and SEN needs

Strong experience working with ASD, ADHD and/or SEMH

Confidence managing high-level challenging behaviour, verbal aggression and emotional dysregulation

Experience within an SEN provision, specialist school, alternative provision or primary school

Good understanding of positive behaviour management, de-escalation and emotional regulation

Ability to remain calm, assertive and consistent in challenging situations

Experience supporting pupils who require clear boundaries and structured routines

Confidence working with a small group of pupils with complex and demanding needs

Team Teach, PRICE, MAPA or other recognised positive behaviour support training would be beneficial

A resilient, proactive and adaptable approach

Available to start ASAPAbout the School

Mainstream primary school in Coventry, CV2

Dedicated SEN provision supporting pupils with significant additional needs

Small-group environment providing targeted and individualised support

Focus on positive behaviour, emotional regulation and pupil development

Structured approach to supporting children with complex learning and behavioural needs

Collaborative working between teaching staff, SENCO and specialist support staff

Committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Please submit your application via the application page.

All applicants must have an enhanced DBS and two references to be considered.

Successful candidates will be contacted over the next few days.

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