SEN Teaching Assistant

Description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 4 ASD & SEMH Support

Haringey, N8 (commutable from Crouch End, Muswell Hill, Wood Green, Hornsey, Bounds Green)

£105-£115 per day

Start Date: Immediate

Contract: Full-time, long-term (Full Academic Year)

Long Term Futures is seeking an experienced and adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary provision in Haringey. This is a diverse and rewarding role supporting two pupils in Year 4 - one child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and limited verbal communication, and another pupil with ASD and trauma-related emotional needs - as well as providing whole-class SEN support.

This position calls for a confident, proactive individual who can balance structure and empathy, respond calmly under pressure, and work collaboratively within a busy classroom environment.

About the Role

You will play a key role in supporting learning, emotional regulation, and classroom engagement. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with ASD and SEMH needs.

Using visual, sensory, and language-based strategies to aid communication and focus.

Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour through calm, consistent routines.

Assisting the class teacher with targeted SEN interventions and whole-class inclusion.

Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo, and therapists to ensure each child's needs are met.Ideal Candidate Profile

Strong experience supporting children with ASD, communication, and emotional needs, ideally in Key Stage 2.

Calm, adaptable and resilient - a genuine "jack of all trades" who can support wherever needed.

Confident managing behaviour and responding flexibly to changing classroom dynamics.

Understanding of trauma-informed and communication-supportive approaches.

A positive, team-oriented attitude with a real passion for inclusion.Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term placements offering security, stability, and meaningful impact.

Weekly pay through a simple digital system.

Free CPD, including SEN and behaviour management training.

Dedicated consultant providing personalised support and development.Next Steps

If you're an experienced SEN professional looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. An enhanced DBS and two professional references will be required

Ad ID: 5417257577