SEND Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary school in Barnet. The role covers KS2 and starts September, offering a long-term, full-time position.

You will help pupils access the curriculum, build confidence and independence, and work closely with the class teacher and SEN team. The ideal candidate has previous experience with SEN and demonstrates patience, proactivity, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Experience in a school or similar setting ideal.
• Patient, nurturing and understanding.
• Proactive, adaptable and confident in a classroom.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Work across KS2 in a mainstream primary school.
• Support learning, engagement and social development.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate positively.
• Build strong relationships with pupils and the SEN team.

Skills

1:1 support

KS2

SEN experience

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - 1:1 Support | Barnet | September StartAre you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference?We are working with a welcoming mainstream school in Barnet that is seeking enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join their team from September.The successful candidates will provide 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs across KS2, helping them access learning, build confidence and develop their independence within the classroom.

The Role:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with additional needs
• Working across KS2
• Support pupils with their learning, engagement and social development
• Help children access the curriculum and participate positively in school life
• Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team to support individual needs

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have previous experience working with children with additional needs
• Ideally have experience supporting pupils with SEN in a school or similar setting
• Be patient, nurturing and understanding
• Be proactive, adaptable and confident
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be passionate about helping children reach their full potential

What the School Offers:

• A supportive and welcoming school environment
• A collaborative staff team
• Opportunities to develop your SEN experience
• The chance to make a genuine difference to children's education and wellbeing

Role Details:

SEN Teaching Assistant1:1 supportMainstream primary schoolKS2BarnetFull-timeLong-term positionSeptember startIf you have previous experience working with children with additional needs and are looking for a long-term SEN TA position in a supportive Barnet school, we would love to hear from you.