SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected educational recruitment agency in Barnet is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. The role includes supporting children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment, collaborating with teachers, and promoting inclusivity. Ideal candidates will possess an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistance and have experience with primary-aged children. Opportunities for professional development are provided, making it a rewarding role.

Benefits

Excellent professional development

Supportive working environment

Strong team ethos

Qualifications

• Must remain positive, resilient, and caring when working with children.
• Team player who is reliable, enthusiastic, and proactive.
• Experience with primary-aged children desired.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Provide targeted support for children with varying needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to promote inclusivity.
• Support school values around anti-racism and equity.

Skills

Positive attitude

Resilience

Collaboration

Experience with children

Proactivity

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistance (or equivalent)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Full Time

121 Special Needs Support across KS1 and KS2

Monday - Friday

Reeson Education is working with a well‑respected and inclusive primary school in Barnet that is looking to recruit a number of dedicated and reliable graduates seeking SEN Teaching Assistant work to join their team in January 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in supporting children's learning and development, and a comittment to helping every child thrive in a nurturing and ambitious school community.

Key Responsibilities of an SEN Teaching Assistant:

• As an SEN teaching asssistant you will support pupils individually and in small groups, helping them to access learning across the curriculum and running your own nurture group with SEN children.
• Provide targeted support for children with a range of needs
• Work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Support the school's values around anti‑racism, equity and community engagement

The Ideal Candidate for this SEN teaching assistant vacancy:

• In order to work as an SEN teaching assistant, you must remain positive, resilient and have a caring approach to working with children
• A team player who is reliable, enthusiastic and proactive
• Experience working with primary‑aged children is desirable
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Teaching Assistance (or equivalent experience)
• A commitment to personal and professional growth

The school offers each SEN teaching assistant a supportive working environment, excellent professional development, and a strong team ethos. You'll be joining a school that places relationships, community and inclusion at the heart of everything it does.

Apply today to find out more about this SEN teaching assistant role and school, or if you believe you have the experience and skills required, contact Reeson directly today!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%