SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? An exciting opportunity has arisen in a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the heart of Barnet, London, for a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive team.

About the Role:

This is a part-time, term-time-only position ideal for someone looking to make a genuine difference in children’s lives while maintaining work-life balance. You will be working across EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH. The role involves both one-to-one and small group work, helping children access the curriculum and thrive socially and emotionally.

About the School:

Set in a vibrant and diverse community in Barnet, the school is well-resourced and has a strong culture of inclusion. The leadership team is committed to the professional development of all staff and fosters a collaborative and respectful working environment. The SEN team is experienced and proactive, offering excellent guidance and training to ensure you feel confident and valued in your role.

Requirements

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly within EYFS, KS1, or KS2

• A patient, empathetic, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils with additional needs

• Ability to work effectively both one-to-one and in small groups

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with teachers, SENCO, and parents

Benefits

• Ideal for candidates with experience in SEN, psychology graduates, or those pursuing a career in teaching or educational therapy

• Excellent support and training from experienced SENCO and class teachers

• A warm, welcoming school community with a genuine focus on child wellbeing

• Easily accessible via public transport

Whether you're looking to gain more experience in education or continue your journey supporting SEN pupils, this opportunity offers purpose, variety, and a supportive setting in which to grow.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.

• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.

• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance