SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Long Term Futures Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for education seeks two compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support Reception-aged children with trauma and emotional needs in Colindale. You will help regulate their learning, provide a safe environment, and aid in emotional development. Ideal candidates have backgrounds in psychology, youth work, or relevant fields. The position offers £100-115 per day, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities in a nurturing primary school. It is a full-time, long-term role starting ASAP.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support from experienced SEN staff

Opportunities for CPD

Collaborative Early Years team

Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience in supporting children with emotional and behavioral difficulties.
• Candidates should have a background in psychology, speech and language, or youth work.

Responsibilities

• Support a Reception-aged child who has experienced trauma.
• Help the child regulate, access learning, and feel safe.
• Assist pupils with early signs of autism and those with high and complex needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Flexibility

Patience

Building strong relationships

Education

Experience in trauma-informed practice

Experience in SEMH

Experience in Early Years

Experience in autism support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Trauma & Emotional Needs (Reception)

Location: Colindale
Salary: 100-115 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Positions Available: 2 roles
Contract: Long-term to permanent

About the Role

Long Term Futures is seeking two compassionate, resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to support a Reception-aged child who has experienced trauma and is displaying significant emotional and behavioural needs. You will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists to help the child regulate, access learning, and feel safe within the school environment.
Alongside this primary focus, you will also support pupils who are showing early signs of autism as well as children with high and complex needs, including speech and language development. Flexibility, patience, and the ability to build strong relationships are essential.
This is an excellent position for someone with experience in trauma-informed practice, SEMH, Early Years, or autism support.

About the School

This welcoming primary school in Colindale has a nurturing, inclusive approach to supporting children with additional needs. The leadership team is proactive in ensuring tailored provision for pupils requiring extra support within their Early Years setting. Staff describe the school as friendly, supportive, and committed to development.
Transport Links: Colindale offers excellent access via the Northern Line and several local bus routes, making commuting straightforward across North and North-West London.

What's on Offer

• 100-115 per day, paid weekly
• Long-term to permanent opportunity
• Full-time role starting ASAP
• Support from experienced SEN staff
• Opportunities for CPD, including trauma, autism, and speech & language training
• A supportive, collaborative Early Years team

Why Long Term Futures?

We specialise in long-term and permanent education recruitment, partnering closely with schools to ensure high-impact, long-lasting placements. You'll have a dedicated consultant, ongoing support, and access to exclusive roles across London.

Who We Welcome

We warmly welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in psychology, speech and language, youth work, mental health, or other fields relevant to SEN.

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference to a child's early school experience, apply today.