SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School

Location: Barnet, North London
Pay: -108.68 - -115 per day
Contract Type: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Commutable from: Enfield, Harrow, Brent, Camden, Haringey, Finchley, and Central London.

Long Term Futures is seeking a compassionate and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist SEN school in Barnet. This is an excellent opportunity to support children and young people with a range of complex additional needs in a nurturing, well-resourced environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The school caters for pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), Complex Needs, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists, and support staff, you will provide tailored support that promotes both academic progress and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Support students to access personalised learning activities both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist with the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning strategies.
• Promote communication, independence, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to deliver consistent, high-quality support.
• Adapt resources and learning approaches to meet individual student needs.
• Support pupils with sensory regulation, emotional wellbeing, and behaviour using positive behaviour strategies.
• Encourage students to develop confidence, resilience, and life skills.
• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teaching staff.
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

Essential Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Care Worker, Support Worker, or in a similar role.
• Experience supporting children or young people with Autism, complex learning needs, SEMH, or communication difficulties is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach with the ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve their individual goals.
• Confidence working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
• Access to high-quality CPD and safeguarding training.
• A straightforward and supportive registration process.
• Opportunities across specialist and mainstream schools throughout London.

Ready to Apply? Our Simple Process

If you''re interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity, click Apply Now to submit your CV. Suitable applicants will be contacted for an initial screening before completing compliance and safeguarding checks and attending a trial day or interview.

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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.