Position: SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1 (Part-Time)
Location: HA8, Barnet
Start Date: 25 September 2025
Contract: Part-Time, Onsite, Term-Time Only (Monday to Friday, 12:30pm – 3:30pm)
Salary: £16 per hour
Interview Date: 24 September 2025
Are you an SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1 with experience supporting children with autism? A welcoming primary school in Barnet (HA8) is seeking a dedicated professional to provide targeted afternoon support for pupils in Year 1 with additional needs.
About the Role
This is a part-time role, Monday to Friday afternoons. You will support autistic children who are non-verbal, dysregulated due to communication barriers, and present with social communication difficulties. As an SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1, you will help pupils regulate, engage with learning, and build positive interactions with peers and staff.
This role requires someone who is:
* Experienced in working with autistic children
* Skilled in supporting non-verbal pupils and managing dysregulation
* Confident in addressing social communication challenges
* Patient, resilient, and adaptable in a busy classroom environment
About the School Setting
This is a Good-rated primary school in Barnet with a reputation for inclusivity and strong SEN provision. The school promotes a nurturing ethos where every child is supported to build independence and confidence.
* Ofsted Rating: Good
* Size: Large primary with established SEN and EYFS support
* Ethos: Inclusive, child-centred, and focused on wellbeing and progress
* Facilities: Modern classrooms, SEN resources, and outdoor play areas
* Values: Respect, resilience, and collaboration underpin the school's approach
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to make a direct impact as an SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1
* Part-time hours, ideal for those looking for flexibility
* Work within a supportive staff team who value collaboration and inclusion
* Gain further experience in autism support and social communication strategies
This is an excellent opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 1 to provide meaningful, consistent support in a welcoming Barnet primary school. Apply today to take the next step in your SEN career.
This is an excellent opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding, full-time position in a supportive Barnet school. If you are reliable, adaptable, and eager to make a difference, apply today to take the next step in your career.
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 qualifications 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.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is dedicated 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person