Sen Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Barnet to join a nurturing primary school. This role supports children with additional needs to achieve academically and personally within an inclusive setting.

You will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team across the primary range, helping pupils engage with learning and reach individual targets in a caring environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or similar role.
• Experience supporting children with SEND within a school or care setting.
• Patient, nurturing and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Providing 1:1 support and small-group interventions throughout the school day.
• Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH and learning difficulties.
• Assisting pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their learning targets.
• Supporting the implementation of EHCPs and personalised support plans.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals and parents.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development.

Skills

SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Learning Support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Barnet (N2)

Milk Education are working in partnership with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Barnet to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve success both academically and personally.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team to provide tailored support for pupils across the primary age range. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring children receive the encouragement, guidance and interventions needed to thrive within a caring and inclusive learning environment.

The Role

• Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs
• Providing 1:1 support and small-group interventions throughout the school day
• Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH and learning difficulties
• Assisting pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their individual learning targets
• Supporting the implementation of EHCPs and personalised support plans
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals and parents
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker
• Experience supporting children with SEND within a school, nursery or care setting
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will join a school that places inclusion, wellbeing and personal development at the heart of everything it does. This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to work within a close-knit school community where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve