SEN Teaching Assistant

Senploy; London Borough of Barnet; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated consultant

Long-term opportunities

CPD and safeguarding training

Clear registration guidance

Opportunities in London schools

Job summary

Long Term Futures is recruiting a caring and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Edgware, North West London. Start ASAP.

The role involves supporting pupils with additional learning, communication and emotional needs, in collaboration with the class teacher and support team. Responsibilities include individual and small group support, contributing to personalised learning, and promoting communication and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Teaching Assistant role or similar (SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Care Worker, Support Worker).
• Calm, patient approach with ability to build trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Clear communication skills and willingness to work closely with colleagues.
• Flexibility to adapt support to different learning and communication needs.
• Commitment to helping pupils develop confidence, independence and meaningful skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group support, helping pupils participate in lessons and wider school activities.
• Support personalised learning reflecting pupils' needs, abilities and EHCP outcomes.
• Break activities into manageable steps and adapt resources under the direction of the class teacher.
• Help pupils develop communication, social skills and confidence in expressing their needs.
• Encourage independence through classroom routines and everyday tasks.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support engagement and emotional regulation.
• Recognise when pupils need additional reassurance, sensory support or a change of approach.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to provide consistent support.
• Share observations about pupils' progress, participation and wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and structured environment, following safeguarding procedures at all times.

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEN School

Location: Edgware, North West London

Contract Type: Full-time | Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Commutable from: Barnet, Harrow, Brent, Stanmore, Burnt Oak, Hendon and Mill Hill.

Long Term Futures is recruiting a caring and dependable SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist SEN school in Edgware. This is a rewarding opportunity to help pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop independence and celebrate achievements that make a real difference to their everyday lives.

Supporting pupils with additional learning, communication and emotional needs, you will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to make learning accessible and engaging. The role would suit someone who brings patience, consistency and a practical approach, and understands the importance of adapting support to each pupil.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group support, helping pupils participate in lessons and wider school activities.
• Support personalised learning that reflects pupils' needs, abilities and EHCP outcomes.
• Break activities into manageable steps and adapt resources under the direction of the class teacher.
• Help pupils develop communication, social skills and confidence in expressing their needs.
• Encourage independence through classroom routines and everyday tasks.
• Use positive behaviour strategies to support engagement and emotional regulation.
• Recognise when pupils need additional reassurance, sensory support or a change of approach.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to provide consistent support.
• Share observations about pupils' progress, participation and wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and structured environment, following safeguarding procedures at all times.
• Experience in a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Care Worker, Support Worker or similar role.
• A calm, patient approach and the ability to build trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Clear communication skills and a willingness to work closely with colleagues.
• Flexibility to adapt your support to different learning and communication needs.
• A commitment to helping pupils develop confidence, independence and meaningful skills.
• Availability for a full-time, long-term position.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to complete a new Enhanced DBS check.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism, learning difficulties, SEMH or communication needs would be particularly valuable.

What Long Term Futures Offers

• Competitive daily pay with weekly payments.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout registration and your placement.
• Long-term opportunities with the potential to become permanent.
• Access to CPD and safeguarding training.
• A clear registration process with guidance at each stage.
• Opportunities within specialist and mainstream schools across London.

By applying, you agree to Long Term Futures processing your CV and personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with its privacy policy.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.