SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 2 (ASAP Start) Are you a nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking to make a genuine difference in a child’s school experience? A warm, inclusive, and well-regarded primary school in Harrow is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a Year 2 pupil with physical and muscular disabilities. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a school where every staff member is valued, and children’s wellbeing is at the heart of everything they do. About the Role In this rewarding position, you will work closely with a bright and cheerful Year 2 pupil who is largely independent but benefits from attentive, thoughtful support throughout the day. You will assist with safe movement around the school, encourage access to learning activities, and follow simple physiotherapy routines under the guidance of trained professionals. No personal care or wheelchair support is required. Key Responsibilities • Provide positive, consistent 1:1 support during lessons and playtimes • Encourage engagement, independence, and confidence • Monitor the child’s safety, wellbeing, and comfort throughout the day • Adapt classroom activities to meet physical needs where necessary • Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists • Follow physiotherapy guidance to support mobility and physical development Ideal Candidate • Experience working with pupils with SEN or physical disabilities (desirable) • Calm, observant, warm, and proactive • Confident using initiative and working independently • Excellent communication skills with staff, parents, and professionals • Reliable, empathetic, and committed to inclusive education Why Join This School? • Exceptionally supportive staff and leadership • A genuinely inclusive ethos where every child’s success is celebrated • Training and professional development opportunities • A positive, friendly working environment If you're passionate about helping children thrive and eager to grow in your SEN career, we’d love to hear from you. 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