SEN Teaching Assistant – Barnet (N2)

Milk Education are working in partnership with a nurturing and inclusive primary school in Barnet to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them achieve success both academically and personally.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SEND team to provide tailored support for pupils across the primary age range. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring children receive the encouragement, guidance and interventions needed to thrive within a caring and inclusive learning environment.

The Role:

• Working as an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional learning needs
• Providing 1:1 support and small-group interventions throughout the school day
• Supporting children with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH and learning difficulties
• Assisting pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their individual learning targets
• Supporting the implementation of EHCPs and personalised support plans
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence
• Working collaboratively with teachers, SEND professionals and parents
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and academic development

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker
• Experience supporting children with SEND within a school, nursery or care setting
• A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will join a school that places inclusion, wellbeing and personal development at the heart of everything it does. This SEN Teaching Assistant role offers the opportunity to work within a close-knit school community where every child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Right to Work in the UK
• Two professional references covering the last two years
• Relevant experience working with children or young people

This SEN Teaching Assistant position would be ideal for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy or social work, as well as experienced support staff looking for a rewarding long-term opportunity within a primary school setting.

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay
• Speedy registration & fast-track compliance
• Flexible working opportunities
• 5-Star rated agency with over 3,000 reviews
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships
• Access to FREE Perks Portal with hundreds of discounts
• Over 1,000 FREE CPD courses through Milk Academy
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and classroom resources
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and wellbeing hub
• School Preparation Pack before interviews and trials
• Dedicated consultant available 24/7
• Opportunity to work with one of the UK's most eco-friendly education recruitment agencies

If you are a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Barnet, apply today with Milk Education and take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant.

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines