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PECS/MAKATON Experienced Teaching Assistant

Location: Barnet - Finchley

Salary: £90 - £100 per day

Job type: Long-term, temporary

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

Start date: September 2025

End date: July 2026

Year group: KS1/EYFS (Specific year group to be confirmed as part of the trial)

Tradewind are seeking a strong Teaching Assistant who is eager to support children with communication difficulties. This includes children with needs such as ASD, SEMH and Global Delay that require an experienced individual to support them access the learning.

We will also welcome applications from Graduates looking to progress in Education with no current classroom-based experience, or those with Nannying experience.

About the role:

Working with a child in KS1 with communication needs/ speech delay
Lead interventions when necessary
Create stimulating learning resources to encourage academic progress
Track pupil progress and work collaboratively with the class teacher
Help to set up and tidy up at the start and end of lessonsRequirements:

Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant is essential
Must have lots of initiative and a pro-active approach
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
Child led learning approach
Use little wandle as their phonics schemeClick '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 (phone number removed) or email