About the role

Can you remain calm, keep boundaries clear and help a pupil feel ready to try again? Teach Now is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant for an all-through special school in Barnet, supporting primary and secondary pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), including pupils with trauma-related needs.

The setting places relationships and predictable routines at the centre of learning. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils who may find trust, transitions or classroom demands difficult. The role combines learning support with co-regulation, restorative conversations and practical help to re-engage with school life.

Key responsibilities

• Support learning in class, through 1:1 work and in targeted small groups.
• Follow individual support plans and use agreed de-escalation strategies.
• Help pupils recognise emotions, access regulation breaks and return to learning.
•  Support transitions, break times and peer relationships with calm, consistent boundaries.
• Record concerns and progress objectively and work closely with teaching and pastoral staff.

Requirements

• Experience supporting SEND pupils in a school is essential, including SEMH and distressed behaviour.
• An understanding of trauma-informed practice and behaviour as communication.
• Sound professional boundaries and confidence responding calmly to dysregulation; relevant training is welcome.

You must be based in the UK, have the right to work in the UK and be able to commit to a long-term placement. Visa sponsorship is not available. A strong commitment to safeguarding is essential.

What this role offers

•  Part-time work within a long-term placement, with agreed days providing consistency.
• A role combining academic support with pupils’ emotional and social development.
•  The opportunity to build trusting relationships over time.
• Experience supporting different age groups within an all-through special school.

Why work via Teach Now

Teach Now offers a dedicated consultant, ongoing support and access to CPD through our experienced senior leaders. Our refer-a-friend scheme pays £150 once your referred candidate has worked and been paid for their first 10 days. Pay is in line with Agency Worker Regulations where applicable.

Application process

Ready to bring your experience to this SEND Teaching Assistant role? Apply below or email your CV to (url removed). Please highlight your school-based SEND experience, specialist skills and availability. If you are not contacted within two working days, your application has not been successful for this role; we may consider you for other suitable education opportunities.

Teach Now is committed to equality, safer recruitment and safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant pre-employment checks.