Experienced SEN Primary Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Barnet

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with a passion for helping young learners reach their full potential? A thriving Barnet primary school is looking for a dedicated professional to start immediately, providing essential support to children with additional needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Work 1-to-1 and in small groups with pupils in KS1 and KS2 who have Autism, ADHD, emotional/behavioural needs, or Speech & Language difficulties
• Deliver tailored interventions in literacy, numeracy, communication, and social skills
• Adapt teaching resources and activities to suit each child’s learning style and needs
• Support pupils’ independence, confidence, and engagement in all areas of school life
• Collaborate closely with the SENCo, class teachers, and outside professionals to monitor progress and set realistic targets

Pay: £95–£120 per day, term-time only, paid weekly or monthly

Who We’re Looking For

We want someone who combines care, patience, and academic strength:

• Strong academic background (degree or excellent qualifications) with confidence in literacy and numeracy
• Proven experience supporting children with SEN in a primary school setting
• Skilled in behaviour management and tailoring strategies to individual learners
• Patient, proactive, and resilient, with excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine commitment to inclusive education and helping every child thrive

This role is ideal for aspiring teachers, educational psychologists, or child development specialists who want hands-on experience.

Why This School?

• Supportive SENCo and leadership team, committed to staff development
• Collaborative and welcoming culture
• Modern facilities and resources
• Focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and academic achievement
• Convenient location with excellent transport links across Barnet

Start Immediately – Make a real difference in a school where every child is valued. Apply today to join a team that truly supports both its pupils and its staff.

SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Barnet

To apply for this opportunity, please send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered for this SEN Teaching Assistant position. We will be contacting those shortlisted for the SEN Teaching Assistant role within 48 hours of application.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have safeguarding responsibilities if appointed to this SEN Teaching Assistant role. The successful candidate for this SEN Teaching Assistant position will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service, and employment will be subject to satisfactory references.

This SEN Teaching Assistant post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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