SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism & Communication | Barnet

Barnet, North London
£95–£110 per day, depending on experience
Full-time | Long-term

I am recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Barnet, working with pupils who require additional help with communication, engagement and independence.

This role would suit someone who already has experience supporting children or young people with autism, communication needs or wider SEND, and who understands that the best support is not about doing everything for a pupil — it is about helping them become more confident, regulated and independent over time.

The school is looking for someone calm, observant and consistent who can build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries and routines.

The role

You will work closely with teaching and SEND staff to support pupils who may need additional help accessing learning and navigating the school day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group SEND support

• Supporting pupils with autism and communication differences

• Helping pupils understand routines, expectations and transitions

• Using visual support and structured approaches where appropriate

• Encouraging communication, interaction and independence

• Supporting pupils during periods of anxiety or dysregulation

• Adapting classroom activities so pupils can participate successfully

• Recording relevant observations and feeding back to teaching staff

• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff and the wider SEND team

Who are we looking for?

Essential:

• Previous experience working with children or young people

• Experience supporting SEND, autism or communication needs

• A calm, reliable and consistent approach

• Good communication skills

• Confidence working closely with individual pupils

• An understanding of professional boundaries and safeguarding

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant

• Experience within a specialist provision or SEND-focused classroom

• Knowledge of visual communication or structured teaching approaches

• Experience supporting emotional regulation or sensory needs

What makes this role worth considering?

This is a good opportunity for someone who wants to build meaningful experience in SEND rather than work in a purely general classroom support position.

You will have the chance to develop a strong understanding of individual pupils, work alongside experienced education professionals and see the progress that can come from consistent, well-planned support.

The role could particularly suit someone considering a longer-term career in SEND education, teaching, psychology, speech and language therapy or occupational therapy.

Parker Smith Inclusion

Parker Smith Inclusion is a specialist SEND recruitment consultancy supporting schools and specialist settings across London.

We focus on long-term and meaningful SEND placements, offering honest advice, specialist support and transparent communication throughout the recruitment process.

Where applicable, placements are paid through PAYE.

Interested?

If you are an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Autism Support Assistant looking for a full-time role in Barnet, I would be happy to speak with you about the opportunity.

Apply today and I will contact suitable candidates to discuss the role in more detail.

Safeguarding: Parker Smith Inclusion is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant vetting, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.