SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Barnet - Finchley

Salary: £85 - £90 per day

Job type: Long-term, temporary

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4pm

Start date: September 2024

End date: July 2025

Year group: EYFS - KS2 (year group to be discussed as part of trial)

Tradewind are seeking a strong Teaching Assistant who is eager to support a child with SEN needs. The child is selective mute and therefore the individual who works with them need to have a nurturing and caring approach.

We will also welcome applications from Graduates looking to progress in Education with limited classroom-based experience, or those with Nannying experience.

About the role:

• This is a mixed ability class, and some pupils are diagnosed with SEN.
• The role will include working with a non-verbal child.
• Lead interventions when necessary.
• Create stimulating learning resources to encourage academic progress.
• Help to set up and tidy up at the start and end of lessons when possible.

Requirements:

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant
• Must have lots of initiative and a pro-active approach.
• Knowledge of PECS or non-verbal communication strategies
• Bachelor's degree is ideal but not essential
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK

About the School:

• 3 form entry school
• Rated Outstanding by Ofsted
• Nursery part of school site
• Child led learning approach.

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this position as a Teaching Assistant in Barnet. Or for more information about the role, contact Tradewind Primary West Team on or email