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SEND Teaching Assistant

Edgware
money-bag £104 - £114/day
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SEND Teaching Assistant - Specialist Post-16 Autism Provision - Barnet (HA8)

Long Term Futures are working with a highly regarded specialist Post-16 provision in Harrow that supports young people aged 16-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).


This standalone setting offers a therapeutic, structured and skills-based environment that focuses on independence, communication and social development. Students follow personalised pathways that include life skills, community access, and functional literacy and numeracy.

The school is looking to appoint an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant who has a strong understanding of autism and is confident supporting neurodivergent learners in a tailored setting.

Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for young people with autism and associated needs
* Use communication systems such as PECS, Makaton and visual schedules
* Support with structured learning tasks, life skills programmes and transition planning
* Encourage independence, emotional regulation and confidence in community settings
* Collaborate with therapists, tutors and pastoral staff to meet EHCP outcomes
* Assist with planning and feedback as part of a collaborative team

Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Experience supporting young people with autism in a specialist or alternative provision
* Knowledge of sensory needs, emotional regulation strategies and communication systems
* A calm, consistent and professional manner
* Passion for supporting post-16 learners on pathways to adulthood
* Team-focused approach with excellent communication skills

Location and Transport - Harrow (HA8), North West London
* Close to Edgware, Burnt Oak and Canons Park stations (Northern & Jubilee lines)
* Bus routes: 32, 107, 113, 186, 288
* Staff parking available on-site

Why Work with Long Term Futures
* Weekly competitive pay - -104 to -114 per day
* Free CPD including autism training, safeguarding and post-16 transition support
* Long-term and temp to perm placements only - no day-to-day supply
* Consultant support from specialists in SEN and post-16 education
* Progression into keyworker, HLTA or therapy support roles

If you''re experienced in supporting young adults with autism and want to make a meaningful impact in a specialist environment, apply today with Long Term Futures.

autism TA, post-16 SEN, ASC support, EHCP, Harrow, specialist provision, life skills

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