KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Barnet; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASAP start

Full-time role

Long-term

Professional development

Permanent opportunity

Supportive SEND team

Job summary

Long Term Futures in Barnet is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 2, specifically Year 4 and Year 6. The role focuses on pupils with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and trauma-related behavioural challenges.

The ideal candidate will tailor approaches to individual needs, work closely with the SENCO and pastoral team, and contribute to a supportive SEND environment with ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Has previous experience supporting children with SEN.
• Has a good understanding of autism and ADHD.
• Is confident supporting emotional and behavioural needs.
• Can build strong relationships while maintaining clear boundaries.
• Is flexible and comfortable supporting different pupils across KS2.
• Is calm, resilient and proactive.
• Works effectively as part of a wider SEND team.
• Experience with speech and language interventions, trauma-informed practice or emotional regulation strategies would be particularly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional learning needs.
• Providing targeted support within Year 4 and Year 6.
• Supporting speech, language and communication development.
• Providing structured 1:1 and small group support.
• Supporting pupils with trauma-related behavioural and emotional needs.
• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies.
• Supporting engagement, independence and access to learning.
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD understanding

Behaviour support

Trauma-informed care

Job description

About the Role

Long Term Futures are working with a supportive junior school in Barnet to recruit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 2.

This is a varied role supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, speech and language needs, trauma and emotional regulation difficulties across Year 4 and Year 6.

The successful candidate will need to be adaptable, patient and confident tailoring their approach to pupils with different levels of need.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional learning needs


• Providing targeted support within Year 4 and Year 6


• Supporting speech, language and communication development


• Providing structured 1:1 and small group support


• Supporting pupils with trauma-related behavioural and emotional needs


• Using positive behaviour management and de-escalation strategies


• Supporting engagement, independence and access to learning


• Working closely with teachers, the SENCO and pastoral team

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience supporting children with SEN


• Has a good understanding of autism and ADHD


• Is confident supporting emotional and behavioural needs


• Can build strong relationships while maintaining clear boundaries


• Is flexible and comfortable supporting different pupils across KS2


• Is calm, resilient and proactive


• Works effectively as part of a wider SEND team


• Experience with speech and language interventions, trauma-informed practice or emotional regulation strategies would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer

• ASAP start


• Full-time, long-term position


• Varied SEN experience across Key Stage 2


• Supportive SEND and leadership team


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Potential for a permanent opportunity

Why Long Term Futures?

Long Term Futures specialises in long-term and permanent education recruitment. We work closely with primary and junior schools across London to connect experienced support staff with roles where they can make a genuine impact.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.