SEN Teaching Assistant

Philosophy Education; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Barnet. The role involves supporting students with severe and complex learning needs, including Autism and PMLD. Ideal candidates will be calm, empathetic, and proactive, contributing to an inclusive and supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Autism, PMLD, and complex needs is essential.
• Calm, empathetic, and proactive in behaviour support.
• Desire to be part of a dedicated and experienced team.

Responsibilities

• Support students aged 11-19 with Special Education Needs.
• Assist children across multiple classes and work 1:1 with pupils.
• Engage pupils in lessons and help them achieve their potential.

Skills

Calm

Empathy

Proactive in behaviour support

Education

Experience with SEN

Graduates

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

• SEN Secondary School
• Barnet
• Full time (term time only)
• Monday - Friday

Are you a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in a specialist setting?

We’re currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join a fantastic specialist SEN school in Barnet that supports students with severe and complex learning needs, including Autism, PMLD, and physical disabilities.

The Role:

You will be working with young adults aged 11 - 19, all with Special Education Needs. Some of the students you will work with may have limited communication skills, SEMH, Autism, ADHD, Physical disabilities, and PMLD. Personal care may be involved.

You will support multiple classes, assist children across the school, and occasionally work 1:1 with pupils.

Throughout the academic year, you will support pupils in engaging in lessons and achieving their potential.

This role is ideal for TAs or Graduates who:

• Have experience with SEN, particularly Autism, PMLD, and complex needs
• Are calm, empathetic, and proactive in behaviour support
• Want to be part of a dedicated, welcoming, and experienced team

The School

This is a brilliant school with a strong, inclusive ethos and excellent leadership. Staff are well-supported, and every day offers an opportunity to help pupils thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

If you’re ready for a rewarding role where you’ll truly make a difference, this could be the perfect next step.

We respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high volume, we may not reply to every enquiry. If you do not hear from us within this time, your application was unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a recruitment agency representing our client for this vacancy.