SEN & Sports Teaching Assistant – Barnet

Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Up to £115 per day | Long Term Role (Temp to Perm)

Long Term Futures are recruiting an enthusiastic and proactive SEN & Sports Teaching Assistant to join a school in Barnet, supporting students with additional needs while also contributing to sports and physical activity provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in SEN support and sport, who can use physical activity as a tool to promote engagement, confidence and positive behaviour. The role involves supporting students academically and pastorally, both in the classroom and during PE lessons or structured activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support
• Support students with additional learning and behavioural needs
• Assist with PE lessons, sports sessions and active interventions
• Promote teamwork, resilience and positive engagement through sport
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCo and pastoral teams
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience supporting students with SEN
• A background or strong interest in sport, coaching or physical education
• A proactive, energetic and positive approach
• Confidence working with primary or secondary-aged students
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice
• Coaching qualifications (desirable but not essential)

Location & Transport – Barnet, North London

• Accessible via High Barnet, Finchley Central and Totteridge & Whetstone (Northern Line)
• Overground links via New Barnet
• Bus routes: 34, 107, 125, 263, 384
• On-site parking available (school dependent)

Why Work with Long Term Futures

• Weekly pay – up to £115 per day
• Long-term temp-to-perm opportunity
• Free CPD including SEN support, behaviour management and safeguarding
• No day-to-day supply – long-term placements only
• Progression opportunities into PE Teaching, SEN Specialist or Behaviour roles
• Dedicated consultant support from SEND and education specialists

If you’re ready to combine your passion for SEN support and sport in a rewarding role in Barnet, apply today with Long Term Futures.

SEN TA, Sports TA, Teaching Assistant, Barnet, Behaviour Support

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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.