SEN Teaching Assistant – Barnet, North London

Location: Barnet North London
Contract Type: Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm / Permanent / Daily Supply
Pay: Competitive daily rates dependent on experience
Employer: Leading Education Recruitment Agency

A Leading Education Recruitment Agency is currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a wide range of mainstream and specialist SEN schools in Barnet. Barnet has a strong reputation for inclusive education and well-established SEN provisions making this an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs in a structured and supportive environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in Barnet you will support pupils with a variety of needs including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) SEMH ADHD speech and language difficulties learning disabilities and sensory needs. Roles are available across Early Years Primary and Secondary settings depending on your experience and preference.

You may be required to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or work with small groups to help pupils access the some schools you may support within specialist resource bases or SEN units attached to mainstream schools.

Your role will involve providing consistency emotional reassurance and practical learning support to help pupils feel safe included and confident.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted SEN support in line with EHCPs and individual learning plans

• Support pupils with emotional regulation social interaction and behaviour

• Assist teachers in delivering differentiated lessons and activities

• Encourage independence resilience and positive self-esteem

• Support pupils during transitions break times and sensory activities

• Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and SENCOs

• Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding procedures

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff therapists and parents

About the Schools

Schools in Barnet are diverse and inclusive with strong leadership teams and clear SEN frameworks. SEN Teaching Assistants are highly valued and play a key role in pupil progress and wellbeing. Many schools offer long-term placements with structured support regular feedback and opportunities to progress into permanent roles.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with children with SEN in schools care or support settings

• A calm patient and adaptable approach

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage challenging behaviour positively

• A genuine passion for inclusive education

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply

Why Work With a Leading Education Recruitment Agency

• Access to long-term SEN roles across Barnet

• Flexible work options to suit your availability

• Competitive pay and weekly payroll

• SEN-specific CPD and safeguarding training

• Dedicated consultants with SEN expertise

• Clear progression routes into permanent roles

This role is ideal for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants graduates considering careers in education or psychology or individuals with a background in care or youth work.