SEN Teaching Assistant

SANZA Teaching Agency; London Borough of Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a January start at a Barnet primary school in North London. You will provide focused 1:1 support to KS2 pupils with additional needs, helping them access lessons and participate in class activities.

The ideal candidate is patient, nurturing and collaborative, with experience supporting children with SEN. Training in PECS or Makaton would be advantageous, and you will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to support

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs.
• Patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Genuine passion for helping children reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support KS2 learning, engagement and social development.
• Help pupils access lessons and participate positively in school life.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team.
• Experience with PECS and Makaton would be advantageous.

Skills

SEN teaching experience

1:1 support

KS2 support

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Jobs in Barnet - 1:1 Support

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Barnet, North London? SANZA Teaching Agency is working with a welcoming primary school seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant for a January start.

This long-term role involves providing 1:1 support to KS2 pupils with additional needs, including Autism and ADHD. You will help pupils access the curriculum, develop independence and build confidence in a supportive classroom environment.

The Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support KS2 learning, engagement and social development.
• Help pupils access lessons and participate positively in school life.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team.
• Experience with PECS and Makaton would be advantageous.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs.
• A patient, caring and nurturing approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and adaptable attitude.
• A genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Why Apply?

• A welcoming and supportive primary school in Barnet.
• A collaborative staff team.
• Opportunities to develop your SEN and 1:1 support experience.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils' learning and wellbeing.

If you're looking for a long-term SEN Teaching Assistant role in Barnet starting in January, we'd love to hear from you.