SEND Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Post-16 Provision – Edgware Why Work with Long Term Futures? Take-home pay up to £400/week | Long-term roles – no day-to-day supply | SEN-focused support and CPD | Dedicated consultant throughout | Schools committed to meaningful inclusion Long Term Futures is working in partnership with a specialist Post-16 SEN provision in Edgware to appoint a committed and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time role is ideal for someone with experience supporting young people aged 16-19 with Autism (ASD) and other complex learning needs. You'll work closely with students in both classroom and community settings, helping them build the life skills and confidence needed for greater independence. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small group support for students with Autism and additional needs Support students with life skills, communication development, and independence training, including in real-life scenarios such as travel, shopping, or cooking Assist with literacy, numeracy, and functional/vocational learning, tailored to individual EHCPs Implement visual aids, structured routines, and assistive communication tools Use positive behaviour strategies to support emotional regulation and engagement Work alongside teachers, therapists, and inclusion staff to promote progress and well-being Ideal Candidate: Experience working with SEN learners, ideally with ASD in a Post-16 or secondary setting Calm, adaptable and able to support students with communication or behaviour challenges Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with young people Relevant qualifications such as Level 2/3 TA, Health & Social Care or equivalent (desirable) Location & Transport Links: Located in Edgware, North London 5-10 minutes from Edgware Underground Station (Northern Line) Easily accessible via local bus routes including 32, 113, 142, 240 and 292 Walking distance from Edgware bus station and nearby amenities On-site parking available for staffIf you're passionate about supporting young people with Autism in a supportive and forward-thinking Post-16 setting, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with Long Term Futures, or get in touch to learn more. 🔹 Looking for something different? We're also hiring for a range of SEN and Post-16 support roles across London