Job Description

SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant - Full-Time (NW2, Brent)

Start Date: September | 100-120 per day | Full-Time

An inclusive and committed primary school in the

NW2 area of Barnet

is urgently seeking a

highly experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or SEN Specialist

to work 1:1 with a

Year Group pupil

who presents with

complex needs

. This is a full-time position starting in

September

, with a clear focus on re-engagement and emotional support.

About the Pupil

The child has diagnoses of

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

and

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

. He demonstrates a strong

demand-avoidant profile

, is significantly

disengaged from learning

, and struggles to access the mainstream classroom, despite extensive and creative interventions from the school.

Efforts have included:

Differentiated academic planning Withdrawal from class for supported interventions Behaviour and reward-based strategies
Despite these, the pupil continues to face high levels of dysregulation and resistance to structured learning, with mainstream proving an increasingly unsuitable environment.

What the Role Requires

We are seeking a

serious, skilled SEN professional

who can build a relationship from the ground up and create a space where the pupil feels emotionally safe and respected. You will need to lead with empathy but hold strong boundaries, be adaptable, and have a deep understanding of PDA-like traits and trauma-informed practice.

Essential Candidate Qualities

Proven success working 1:1 with high-needs, emotionally avoidant pupils Experience with

ASD, ADHD

, and

complex behavioural profiles

Calm, consistent, and emotionally robust Skilled at

low-demand communication

, choice-based strategies, and non-confrontational approaches Able to work collaboratively with SENCOs, behaviour leads, and families

This is a challenging but deeply rewarding role for a SEN specialist who is ready to make a profound difference. The child needs stability, respect, and a practitioner who is unphased by refusal and resistance.

Start Date: September | Full-Time | 100-120 per day

I would like to hear from you Rosanne@Teach-now.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 100.00-120.00 per day

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant - Full-Time (NW2, Brent)