Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant
Barnet, North London | £95-£115 per day PAYE | Full-time | Long-term Temporary | October 2026 Start
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary setting in Barnet from October 2026. This full-time, long-term opportunity is ideal for a dedicated education professional with previous UK school experience and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.
About the School
This specialist primary setting provides tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing, structured learning environment where every child is supported to achieve their potential.
Role Summary
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups, helping them access learning, develop independence and build confidence throughout the school day. You will work alongside teachers and support staff to deliver personalised support aligned to individual learning plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
- Support access to classroom learning and school activities
- Assist pupils with communication and interaction skills
- Promote independence and life skills development
- Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Assist with sensory and regulation activities where required
- Deliver and support interventions
- Help pupils follow routines and structured learning programmes
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
- Follow safeguarding procedures and individual support plans
Candidate Requirements
To be considered, you must have:
- Previous experience working in a UK school
- Experience supporting children with SEND
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A patient, nurturing and proactive approach
- A commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare
Experience supporting pupils with the following would be advantageous:
- Autism and communication needs
- Learning difficulties and additional needs
- Social, emotional and behavioural needs
- Sensory and regulation needs
- PECS
- Makaton
- Visual timetables and communication strategies
Pay and Progression
Pay for this role is £95-£115 per day PAYE, depending on experience and relevant SEND support skills.
Candidates with substantial UK school-based SEND experience, specialist communication training such as PECS or Makaton, and proven success supporting pupils with complex needs are more likely to be considered for pay rates at the upper end of the scale.
Why Apply?
School Benefits
- Specialist environment focused on supporting pupils with additional needs
- Collaborative multi-disciplinary support team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' educational journeys
Role Benefits
- Long-term, full-time position
- Opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience
- Potential temp-to-perm opportunities where available
Tradewind Recruitment Benefits
- Competitive PAYE pay with no umbrella company
- Dedicated consultant specialising in education and SEND
- Ongoing support throughout your placement
Free National College CPD Access
As a Tradewind Recruitment candidate, you will receive free access to The National College, including over 2,500 CPD courses.
Recommended courses for this role include:
- Supporting Pupils with Autism
- Behaviour and Emotional Regulation Strategies
- Effective SEND Classroom Support
Required Vetting
Successful applicants will be required to complete:
- An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one
- Professional reference checks
- Right to work checks
- Relevant qualification and identity verification checks
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding long-term opportunity in North London from October 2026, we would love to hear from you.
Call Tradewind Recruitment today and discover why thousands of educators have trusted us for over 20 years to help them find the right opportunities, in the right schools, with the support they deserve.
