SEN Teaching Assistant

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Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work
Start Date: 13/04/2026
Location: Barnet, London, UK
Salary: £16–£17 per hour
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial SEN experience and/or relevant training such a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable.

About the Role:

We are recruiting in partnership with a friendly and supportive primary school in Barnet for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a Year 4 pupil with ADHD.

This role focuses on morning support (approximately 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM). The pupil has made progress but still spends time outside the classroom and can be impulsive, requiring a calm, resilient, and consistent approach.

The focus is on building a strong relationship rather than academic progress. The pupil enjoys hands-on activities such as puzzles and building tasks.

You will be supported by experienced staff and inclusion advisors, within a warm, family-oriented school environment.

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have:

• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs, particularly ADHD
• Strong behaviour management skills and resilience
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils

Relevant SEN qualifications are preferred.

Applicants Should:

• Be patient, nurturing, and emotionally intelligent
• Be “thick-skinned” and confident managing challenging behaviour
• Be able to set clear boundaries while maintaining a supportive approach
• Be proactive, consistent, and adaptable
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD
• Build a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil
• Support behaviour regulation and emotional development
• Deliver engaging, hands-on activities suited to the pupil’s interests
• Work closely with staff and external professionals to support the pupil’s needs
Our client can offer you:

• A welcoming, family-oriented school environment
• A friendly and supportive staff team
• Guidance from experienced inclusion advisors
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a pupil’s wellbeing and development
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
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Location:
Barnet
Salary:
£16 - £17 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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