SEND Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism Support - Barnet

Long Term Futures are working with a highly nurturing specialist setting in Barnet to appoint a number of SEND Teaching Assistants for September 2025.
This is a purpose-built environment supporting pupils with Autism and associated communication and sensory needs. The school offers a calm and therapeutic learning experience tailored to each pupil's profile, with small class sizes, high staff-to-student ratios, and a deep commitment to inclusive, personalised education.

Key Responsibilities:
* Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with autism and additional needs
* Work closely with teachers, therapists and external professionals to implement EHCP targets
* Use communication tools such as PECS, Makaton and visual schedules to support learning
* Assist with daily routines including transitions, personal care and sensory regulation activities
* Help create a structured, predictable and positive environment that supports emotional and academic progress
* Monitor and report on pupil engagement, behaviour and development

Ideal Candidates Will Have:
* Experience working with children or young people with ASD and complex needs
* A calm, patient and emotionally intelligent approach
* Confidence in supporting students with sensory processing needs and communication challenges
* Good teamwork and the ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team
* A genuine passion for inclusive education and supporting vulnerable learners

Location and Transport - Barnet, London EN5
* Easily accessible from High Barnet, New Barnet and Cockfosters
* Served by local bus routes including 184, 307, 326
* On-site parking and excellent facilities available for staff

Why Work with Long Term Futures
* Weekly competitive pay - £104 to £114 per day
* Free CPD including Autism Strategies, Team Teach and Sensory Support Training
* Long term and temp to perm placements only - no daily supply
* Specialist support from a consultant with SEN and therapeutic education experience
* Clear progression into HLTA, therapy assistant or SEND teaching pathways
* Access to resources and training on trauma-informed care and neurodiversity

If you're passionate about helping pupils with autism thrive in a therapeutic, structured environment, apply today with Long Term Futures
?? We are also hiring for SEN support roles across North and East London - visit www.ltfrecruitment.co.uk to see our latest vacancies.