Year 2 SEN Teaching Assistant – Barnet
Full Time | Long Term (until July 2026) | 8:45am – 3:15pm | Start ASAP
Are you a patient, calm and resilient Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children’s emotional and social development?
A friendly and inclusive Primary School in Barnet is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a Year 2 pupil who needs additional support with emotional regulation and behaviour. This is a long-term role running until the end of the academic year, with the potential to continue for the right candidate.
The Role
1. Providing consistent 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with emotional and behavioural needs
2. Helping the child to regulate emotions, focus on learning, and develop positive relationships
3. Using calm and empathetic strategies to manage behaviour and promote self-confidence
4. Working closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and external agencies to implement support plans
5. Encouraging engagement through structured routine, praise and clear communication
The Ideal Candidate
6. Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or behavioural needs in a primary setting
7. Patient, understanding and confident when handling challenging situations
8. Committed to helping children succeed both academically and emotionally
9. Able to commit to full-time hours (8:45am – 3:15pm, Monday to Friday)
The School Offers
10. A supportive and collaborative staff team
11. Training and guidance from a strong SEN department
12. Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career in SEN support
If you’re passionate about making a difference and have the empathy and resilience to support children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to arrange an immediate interview or trial!
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.
The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.
This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.