KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant

KS2 SEN Teaching Assistant

Barnet, North London
£110 - £125 per day | ASAP Start | Full-Time | Long-Term

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
Helping pupils develop emotional regulation strategies
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 teamThe 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 teamExperience with speech and language interventions, trauma-informed practice or emotional regulation strategies would be particularly beneficial.

What's on Offer

£110 - £125 per day, depending on experience
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 opportunityWhy 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

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