Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

Reception SEN Teaching Assistant

• Location: Redditch, B97
• Weekly Pay: 500 - 525
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (Term Time Only)
• Start Date: 01/09/2026
• Contract: Long-Term, Temp-to-Perm

Long Term Futures are seeking a caring and patient Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming two-form entry primary school in Redditch. This is a full-time 1:1 role supporting two children within Reception, working closely with the class teacher and wider EYFS team to provide consistent and individualised support.

The role will be split across two pupils:

• Mornings: Providing 1:1 support for a Reception pupil with Global Developmental Delay (GDD) and additional health needs, supporting learning, development, classroom routines and independence.
• Afternoons: Supporting a Reception pupil with Autism (ASD) who is pre-verbal, using visual and communication strategies to encourage engagement, communication and access to learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support tailored to each child's individual needs.
• Adapt EYFS activities to ensure both pupils can access learning at an appropriate level.
• Support communication, language, social and emotional development.
• Use visual strategies, structured routines and sensory approaches where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, engagement and positive interactions throughout the school day.
• Monitor progress and work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and other professionals.
• Maintain a nurturing, consistent and inclusive approach to supporting both children.

What the School is Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN within EYFS or a primary school setting.
• Experience supporting ASD, GDD, pre-verbal pupils and/or complex additional needs.
• Confident providing dedicated 1:1 support.
• Good understanding of the EYFS curriculum and learning through play.
• Experience with Makaton, PECS, Now & Next boards, visual timetables or other communication strategies would be beneficial.
• A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.

About the School

• Welcoming two-form entry primary school in Redditch, with two classes of 30 pupils in each year group.
• Established EYFS provision with both Nursery and Reception within the school.
• Caring and inclusive environment with a strong focus on ensuring every child feels valued and supported.
• Supportive staff team with a strong emphasis on children's wellbeing, confidence and independence.
• Part of an established Multi-Academy Trust, providing access to wider support and development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you have experience supporting children with SEN and feel you would be suited to this Reception SEN Teaching Assistant role, please submit your CV.

Long Term Futures specialise in long-term and permanent education recruitment. All applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and compliance checks before placement.