Reception Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: ASAP (from 25/03/2026) Location: Barnet, London, UK (Finchley) Salary: £95 – £100 per day Salary dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training such a recognised Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent). Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), where applicable. About the Role Teach Now are recruiting on behalf of a happy and successful primary school in Finchley, Barnet, which has proudly served the local Catholic community for over 50 years. The school is well known for its warm, friendly atmosphere and strong commitment to supporting every child in its care. The school is seeking a Reception Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with autism who has recently joined the school. The pupil is currently working at nursery level and requires a patient, nurturing approach to learning and development. This role will involve supporting the child with basic early learning skills, helping them develop focus, communication and engagement within the classroom environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in helping the pupil feel safe, supported and ready to learn. Key Responsibilities • Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with autism in Reception • Use a nurturing and patient approach to support early development and engagement • Support the pupil with basic learning skills and classroom routines • Help the child develop focus, communication and confidence • Work closely with the class teacher and SEN team to support the child’s learning plan • Help maintain a calm and positive learning environment Requirements To be eligible for this role, applicants should have: • Experience working with young children or pupils with additional needs • A calm, nurturing and patient personality • Confidence supporting children working at early developmental levels • Strong communication and teamwork skills • A genuine passion for supporting children with Special Educational Needs • Experience in Nursery, Early Years or SEN support would be particularly beneficial. The pupil is Romanian, so a candidate with a similar language or cultural background would be a bonus, although this is not essential. Our Client Can Offer You This welcoming school offers a supportive and friendly working environment where staff feel valued and supported. Staff benefit from: • A warm and inclusive school community • Friendly and collaborative colleagues • A school that is highly respected within the local community • A positive and supportive leadership team • A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s early development Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We: • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance. • Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days. • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee. • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you. Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance