Special Needs Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency in East Barnet, North London, is recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant (SEND TA) for the new academic year.

Role is full-time, Monday to Friday, supporting a pupil with complex needs including ASC who is non-verbal, starting September/October. Experience with PECS and Makaton is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs within a primary school setting.
• Knowledge or practical use of PECS and Makaton.
• Patience, caring and adaptable with a calm and positive approach.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills, with collaboration with staff and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with complex needs, including ASC, who is non-verbal.
• Follow school plans and contribute to inclusive practice.
• Maintain accurate records and liaise with staff and external professionals.
• Support learning activities and classroom routines throughout the day.

Skills

SEND experience

Autism support

PECS

Makaton

Communication

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND) - Barnet, North LondonFull-Time | September/October Start

Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a welcoming primary school? Do you have experience supporting children with Autism (ASC) and additional complex needs?

SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a highly regarded primary school in East Barnet, North London, to recruit a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEND TA) for the new academic year.

The Role

Full-time SEND TA, Monday to Friday, for the full academic year.

Working one-to-one with a pupil joining the school from late September/early October.

Supporting a child with complex special educational needs, including Autism (ASC), who is non-verbal.

The school is particularly interested in candidates with experience using PECS and Makaton.

Working hours: 8:15am - 3:45pm.

Daily rate: £95-£100, depending on experience.

The Ideal Candidate

• Have previous experience supporting children with special educational needs within a primary school setting.
• Ideally have knowledge or practical experience of PECS and Makaton.
• Be patient, caring and adaptable, with a calm and positive approach.
• Have strong communication skills and be confident maintaining accurate records while working collaboratively with school staff and external professionals.

About the School

A popular two-form entry primary school in East Barnet.

Oversubscribed with an excellent reputation in the local community.

Supported by an experienced and established senior leadership team committed to high-quality education and inclusive practice.

Convenient on-site/on-road parking available.

Potential for the role to become permanent after 1 year.

If you're an experienced SEND TA, Special Needs Assistant, or Primary Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.