SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A large educational organization located in Edgware is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Needs starting in January 2026. The role involves working closely with class teachers to provide one-on-one support and lead interventions for small groups. Ideal candidates will have experience in Special Educational Needs, specifically with children with Autism or other complex needs. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive community-driven environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Community atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, particularly in speech and language support.
• Ability to work with children with diverse needs including Autism and non-verbal students.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with teachers and SENCO.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Special Needs on a 1 to 1 basis.
• Lead interventions for small groups and individual students.
• Collaborate closely with class teachers and SENCO.

Skills

Experience in Special Educational Needs

Knowledge of Autism and ADHD

Communication skills

Job description

• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Primary Academy
• Full-time
• January 2026
• Edgware

A large, welcoming academy are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant to pupils with Special Needs fromJanuary 2026

The Role

The school has a number of roles in EYFS, KS1 & KS2 to support pupils with Special Needs. There are a range of needs across the classes, including children with Autism, non-verbal pupils, complex needs and ADHD. Some pupils will already have support plans in place, others will be joining the school and undergoing assessments. You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO at the school, to provide support on a 1 to 1 basis and lead interventions forsmall groups and individuals.

The school are ideally looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant with previous experience, especially in speech and language.

The school are therefore looking for someone to start in September full time. Once appointed, the role will continue on a full-time basis from January 2026 till July 2027

The Academy

This large all-through academy is based in Edgware, with good local transport links and a popular choice for families in the local area. Alongside their main Secondary Academy they have created a smaller self-contained Primary Academy. In this specially designed building pupils have the best of both worlds with a quiet space away from the main academy to grow and develop with facilities specifically designed for younger children, but with the benefits of the resources of the secondary phase. There is a strong leadership team in place within the Primary Academy and staff and pupils enjoy a smaller, community atmosphere.There are good opportunities for professional development across the academy so this is a great option for graduates and those looking to further their career in education.