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SEMH Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 20 March 2026
Salary: £82.50 to £100 per day
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 16 April 2026
Location: Barnet
Company: senploy
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: 207838

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Summary

SEND Teaching Assistant - Flexible Opportunities Available

Location: Barnet and surrounding areas
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Flexible (Short-term and Long-term opportunities available)

We are currently recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to support a range of schools across Barnet and the surrounding areas. These flexible opportunities are ideal for individuals who enjoy variety in their work while making a meaningful impact on pupils' learning and development.

In this role, you will support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them access education and develop their social, emotional, and academic skills across different school settings.
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND


Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
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Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and accessible learning activities


Assist teachers in delivering differentiated and accessible learning activities
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Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies


Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies
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Assist with personal care needs where required


Assist with personal care needs where required
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Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment


Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
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Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff


Monitor pupil progress and share observations with teaching staff
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Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements


Contribute to wider school life during longer-term placements
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Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND


Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND
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Understanding of strategies to support needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties


Understanding of strategies to support needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties
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Ability to build positive and nurturing relationships with pupils


Ability to build positive and nurturing relationships with pupils
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A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach


A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills


Strong communication and teamwork skills
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A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing


A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing
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Willingness to undertake training and professional development


Willingness to undertake training and professional development

With over 20 years of experience, we are a trusted education recruitment agency supporting schools across North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon, and Greater Manchester. We build strong partnerships with schools and academies, providing candidates with access to a wide range of rewarding opportunities.

When you join us, you can expect:
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Weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies or hidden deductions)


Weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella companies or hidden deductions)
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Ongoing support from a dedicated and experienced team


Ongoing support from a dedicated and experienced team
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Access to exclusive benefits, including discounts on shopping, travel, and gym memberships


Access to exclusive benefits, including discounts on shopping, travel, and gym memberships
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A comprehensive wellbeing package, supporting both physical and emotional health


A comprehensive wellbeing package, supporting both physical and emotional health
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A referral scheme, offering a £100 Amazon voucher and the chance to win a holiday worth up to £1,000


A referral scheme, offering a £100 Amazon voucher and the chance to win a holiday worth up to £1,000

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier and a proud member of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), including REC Audited Education status-reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding and compliance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will undergo safeguarding checks in line with the Department for Education's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

If you are looking for flexible SEND opportunities and want to make a positive difference in schools, we would be delighted to hear from you.

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