Sen teaching assistant

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 – Year 2 ASD)
Contract Type: Part Time, Long-Term Temporary
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Barnet, London
Salary: £16–£17 per hour

Hours of Work: Afternoon Only (12:00pm – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday) (Term Time Only)

About the Role

A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a calm, compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with Autism at a welcoming and community-focused primary school in Barnet.

The pupil is bright, verbal and capable but can become dysregulated when faced with challenges around social interaction, competition and managing emotions. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with the schools established support team, helping the child develop emotional regulation, positive social relationships and confidence throughout the afternoon.

Much of the support takes place within a dedicated learning space designed to provide a calm and structured environment. The school is seeking someone patient, observant and nurturing who can build trust, recognise triggers and respond consistently to the pupils needs.

Requirements
• Previous experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Experience working in SEN settings or supporting pupils with additional needs
• Relevant SEN, Autism or Teaching Assistant qualifications are beneficial
• Strong behaviour support and de-escalation skills
• A calm, patient and resilient approach
• Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with children
• Understanding of emotional regulation strategies and social communication needs

Key Responsibilities
• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 2 pupil with ASD
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour throughout the afternoon
• Help the pupil develop social interaction and communication skills
• Deliver movement breaks and structured support when required
• Work collaboratively with the class team and SEN staff
• Maintain a safe, positive and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will
• Be a nurturing and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
• Remain calm and consistent during challenging situations
• Understand the importance of relationship-based support
• Be proactive, observant and emotionally intelligent
• Have experience supporting pupils with behavioural and social communication needs
• Share Teach Nows commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

What the School Can Offer
• A supportive and experienced SEN team
• A welcoming school community where everyone belongs
• Excellent leadership and collaborative staff
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to a childs daily school experience
• A positive and inclusive environment with strong values and high expectations

This SEN Teaching Assistant role would suit someone who understands that successful behaviour support starts with patience, empathy and consistency. If you have experience supporting pupils with ASD and are passionate about helping children thrive, we would love to hear from you.

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