Year 3 Teaching Assistant (General / 1:1 Support) – Barnet
A full-time Year 3 Teaching Assistant is required to provide a combination of general classroom support and targeted 1:1 support for a child with ADHD.
Role Overview
This position involves supporting the Year 3 class as a whole, while focusing on the needs of one child who:
* Has a short attention span and may wander during lessons
* Often prefers to work independently or disengages from tasks
* Enjoys chatting, singing, Lego and drawing, which can be used as positive engagement tools
* Requires observation to identify signs of dysregulation and timely intervention
* Benefits from calm, consistent strategies to help maintain focus and reduce low-level disruption
Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who is:
* Patient, observant and proactive in recognising behavioural triggers
* Skilled in using supportive approaches to encourage engagement and focus
* Creative in drawing on the child's interests to build positive connections
* Confident in managing low-level disruption calmly and effectively
* Able to balance individual support with general classroom assistance
Key Information
* Role: Year 3 General Teaching Assistant & 1:1 Support
* Location: Barnet
* Hours: Full-time (95–100%)
* Start: Immediate / ASAP
This role offers the chance to make a significant impact by providing both individualised support and general assistance in a Year 3 setting.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £100.00 per day
Experience:
* Special education: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person