SEN Teaching Assistant

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.