SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism/PSRP) – Barnet, London The role Teach Now is seeking a caring, proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join the autism (ASC) resource base/PSRP at a high-achieving Jewish faith secondary school in Barnet (ages 11–18). You’ll support autistic learners with a range of communication profiles and complex needs across KS3 and KS5, providing 1:1 and small-group support and helping students integrate into selected mainstream lessons. The school welcomes staff of all faiths and none. What you’ll do • Deliver high-quality 1:1 and small-group support in the PSRP and selected mainstream classes • Implement ILPs/EHCP targets, communication and regulation strategies • Promote independence, social communication and positive behaviour • Work closely with teachers, therapists and parents; contribute to reviews About you • Experience supporting autistic pupils and/or complex needs (secondary preferred) • Calm, patient communicator who builds strong relationships • Familiar with (or keen to learn) visual supports, structured routines, de-escalation • Right to work in the UK; willing to complete an enhanced DBS; two references • Desirable: Training in PECS/communication systems, TEACCH-style organisation, Team-Teach/positive handling, and knowledge of EHCP processes. Why join • Supportive, values-driven school with a well-established autism provision • Real impact on student progress and inclusion • Ongoing CPD via Teach Now and school specialists 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

Location: Barnet, London, GB

Posted Date: 11/6/2025