Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant / Support Worker - Specialist ASD Provision - High Barnet

Full Time | Term Time Only | September 2026 Start

Up to £120 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm) | 3 Vacancies Available

Long Term Futures are recruiting three SEN Teaching Assistants / Support Workers to join a highly regarded specialist provision in High Barnet, supporting secondary-aged students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated learning needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist setting where you'll make a genuine difference every day. The school is looking for compassionate, resilient and proactive individuals who understand that every young person learns differently. Experience as a Support Worker,

Youth Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant or Care Worker is highly

desirable.

Trial days are taking place from next week, with successful candidates securing September starts. As there are only three positions available, applications will close as soon as suitable candidates are identified.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support for secondary-aged students with ASD

Support students with communication, emotional regulation and engagement in learning

Work alongside teachers, therapists and SEN professionals to deliver personalised support

Implement strategies linked to EHCPs and individual learning plans

Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interaction

Create a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment throughout the school dayIdeal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting children or young people with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder)

A background as a Support Worker, Youth Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Care Worker or Healthcare Assistant

A patient, resilient and understanding approach

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

A genuine passion for supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Understanding of safeguarding and behaviour support strategiesLocation & Transport - High Barnet, North London

Accessible via High Barnet Station (Northern Line)

Close to New Barnet (National Rail) and Totteridge & Whetstone

Bus routes: 34, 107, 184, 234, 263, 384

Easily accessible from Enfield, Finchley, Potters Bar and surrounding North London areasWhy Work with Long Term Futures

Weekly pay - up to £120 per day

Three long-term positions available with the opportunity to become permanent

September starts with trial days beginning next week

Specialist training and CPD in ASD, behaviour support and safeguarding

Work within a supportive, multi-disciplinary specialist provision

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

If you're passionate about supporting young people with ASD and want to build a rewarding career within SEN education, apply today with Long Term Futures. These positions are expected to fill quickly, and interviews will close once the right candidates have been identified.

SEN Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Support Worker, Youth Worker, ASD, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Specialist Provision, Secondary SEN, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Support, High Barnet

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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references