SEN Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate and proactive Teaching Assistant who thrives on making a real difference for children with additional needs? A welcoming one-form entry primary school in the London Borough of Barnet is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 1 team, supporting a small group of pupils with complex learning needs in Year 1.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys creative, hands-on learning, sensory play, and helping children access education in a nurturing and supportive way.

About the Role:

You’ll be working alongside another experienced adult in a specialised learning space separate from the main classroom, supporting three wonderful pupils who each require tailored provision to thrive. Your day will include:

• Leading engaging story times, sensory sessions, and early learning activities (Nursery/Reception level).

• Encouraging communication and interaction—supporting one non-verbal and one minimally verbal pupil.

• Promoting independence and confidence through continuous provision and outdoor play.

• Using your initiative to adapt learning experiences and routines based on children’s individual needs.

• Working collaboratively with teachers and the SEN team to ensure consistent, high-quality support.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children with SEN or complex needs.

• A calm, patient, and positive approach with a genuine passion for inclusion.

• Proactive, reliable, and able to use initiative in dynamic settings.

• An interest in sensory-based and play-led learning.

Why Join This School?

You’ll become part of a vibrant, well-supported community school that values every child’s potential. With a pre-nursery, nursery, Children’s Centre, and Additional Resource Provision (ARP) on site, the school is committed to inclusion and holistic education. You’ll work in a nurturing environment with a collaborative, supportive staff team who care deeply about their pupils’ progress and wellbeing.

If you’re looking for a rewarding SEN role where every day brings joy, discovery, and purpose — we’d love to hear from you

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