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: £90–£100 per day
Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial ASD/ADHD 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 busy and friendly primary school in Barnet for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support two Year 3 pupils on a 1:1 basis.

This full-time, temporary role involves supporting one pupil in the morning and another in the afternoon.

In the morning, you will support a non-verbal pupil with ASD and ADHD who is transitioning from a specialist setting. The pupil can display challenging behaviours, and the school is beginning to introduce an iPad to support communication. Good progress has already been made with consistent support.

In the afternoon, you will work with a pupil with ADHD who is bright and capable but requires regular movement breaks and a structured approach. A calm, “firm but fair” attitude and strong emotional intelligence are essential.

A handover period is possible, and you will be joining a supportive, diverse school community with high expectations for all pupils.

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role, applicants must have:

Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs, particularly ASD and ADHD
Confidence working 1:1 with pupils with a range of needs and behaviours
Strong behaviour management skills
Ability to support communication strategies (experience with non-verbal pupils is highly desirable)

Applicants Should:

• Be patient, resilient, and compassionate
• Have strong emotional intelligence and the ability to build positive relationships
• Be proactive and adaptable in responding to pupils’ needs
• Be consistent and able to maintain clear boundaries
• Be committed to supporting pupils’ academic and personal development
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to two Year 3 pupils with ASD and ADHD
• Support communication strategies, including the use of visual aids and technology (e.g. iPad)
• Manage and respond effectively to challenging behaviours
• Implement structured routines and provide regular movement breaks where needed
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support individual learning plans
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Ensure a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
Our client can offer you:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team
• A structured handover and ongoing support
• A diverse and inclusive school environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils’ progress and wellbeing
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:
£90 - £100 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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