Contract Type: Full-time Long-term Temporary Work
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Location: Barnet, London, UK
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, term time only
About the Role
Teach Now is seeking a compassionate and consistent SEN Teaching Assistant with ASD experience for a long-term position in a Barnet primary school.
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will support pupils with autism spectrum disorder in the classroom and during structured interventions. Support may be provided on a one-to-one basis or within a small group, depending on pupil needs.
This role requires someone who understands that communication, sensory regulation and behaviour can look different for every child.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting pupils with ASD to access classroom learning
Using visual timetables, now-and-next boards and clear routines
Breaking tasks into manageable steps
Encouraging communication, independence and social interaction
Supporting emotional and sensory regulation
Implementing strategies agreed by teachers and the SENCO
Recording progress and sharing relevant observations
Supporting pupils during transitions and less-structured periods
Maintaining calm, predictable boundaries
Requirements
Applicants should have:
Recent experience supporting children with autism
At least six months of experience in a school, SEN, care or youth setting
An understanding of autism-informed support strategies
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Patience, resilience and emotional awareness
The ability to work consistently as part of a wider team
The right to work in the UK
A clear commitment to safeguarding
Relevant training in autism, communication approaches or behaviour support would be advantageous.
What the School Can Offer
Guidance from experienced teachers and the SENCO
Established routines and individual support plans
A welcoming and inclusive staff team
Opportunities to build specialist SEN experience
A meaningful long-term role supporting pupil development
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
Salary description
£90.00 - £100.00 per day