Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant & Minibus Driver

Senploy; London Borough of Barnet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Full-time long-term role

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Compliance guidance

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant and Minibus Driver for a specialist SEN school in Edgware, NW London. This full-time role combines classroom support with driving duties to enable pupil access to education and trips.

The successful candidate will work with teaching staff to support learning and welfare, with a UK Category B licence and a current Enhanced DBS check preferred. A patient, adaptable, team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people with additional needs in SEN settings is highly desirable.
• A full Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to complete one) is required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in the classroom and help them engage with lessons.
• Deliver learning activities tailored to individual pupil needs in collaboration with teachers.
• Provide individual and small-group support to develop communication, independence and confidence.
• Drive the school minibus for educational visits and off-site activities in line with procedures and licensing requirements.
• Carry out vehicle safety checks and follow transport procedures during journeys.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support pupils during trips and activities outside the classroom.
• Encourage positive behaviour and maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils to support their social and educational development.
• Communicate progress and concerns to teaching staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and report welfare or safety concerns to staff.
• Maintain eligibility to drive the minibus under licensing rules and ensure compliance.

Skills

Minibus driving

SEN support

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Long Term Futures is recruiting a Teaching Assistant and Minibus Driver for a specialist SEN school in Edgware, NW London. This full-time role combines classroom support with driving duties to enable pupil access to education and trips.

The successful candidate will work with teaching staff to support learning and welfare, with a UK Category B licence and a current Enhanced DBS check preferred. A patient, adaptable, team-focused approach is essential.