Job Description

Join Our Inclusive Learning Community in Barnet

Position:

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SENTA)

Location:

Barnet, North London

Salary:

85 - 100 per day (depending on experience)

Start Date:

Immediate or September 2025

Contract Type:

Full-time, Term-time Only

About the Role

Are you committed to supporting children with special educational needs in achieving their full potential? We are looking for a compassionate, proactive, and skilled Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SENTA) to join a highly regarded primary school in Barnet.

In this role, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties Use communication strategies such as

Makaton

and

PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)

to support non-verbal or minimally verbal pupils Help deliver tailored interventions and behaviour support strategies Work closely with the SENCO, class teachers, speech and language therapists, and parents to ensure cohesive support
What We Offer

A nurturing school with a strong ethos of inclusion and respect Access to continuous professional development, including SEN training A collaborative staff team where your ideas and input are valued Experience ideal for aspiring teachers, therapists, or educational psychologists
Who We're Looking For

Experience supporting children with SEN, especially those with communication difficulties Familiarity or training in

Makaton

and/or

PECS

is highly desirable A patient, empathetic, and enthusiastic approach to education Ability to adapt, stay calm under pressure, and build trust with young learners A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
Staff Testimonial

"Using PECS and Makaton has been a game-changer for the pupils I support. Watching them gain confidence and independence is the most rewarding part of my job." -- Current SENTA

How to Apply

If you're passionate about inclusive education and ready to support every child's voice and development, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

If you are a committed and passionate SEN specialist looking for a rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a caring, professional, and dedicated team, making a real difference every day.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Rosanne@Teach-now.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 85.00-100.00 per day

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: "Support, Inspire, Empower - Special Needs Teaching Assistant One of Barnet's Most Inclusive Schools