At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and lead a small group of pupils with complex needs and autism in a primary school.
- Company: Teach Now, dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time role, and ongoing support throughout your placement.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a rewarding career in education.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while gaining valuable experience in SEN education.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN, strong communication skills, and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Location: Enfield, London. Salary: £115–£130 per day. Job Type: Full‑time, Temporary, Long‑term. Start Date: 1 September 2026.
Pay is determined in line with school expectations and Agency Worker Regulations (AWR).
Higher-level Teaching Assistant – SEN
Teach Now is looking for a confident, experienced, and proactive Higher Level Teaching Assistant (SEN) to work within a dedicated SEN class/unit in a primary school in Enfield.
This is a rewarding long‑term opportunity for a skilled HLTA with strong SEN experience and the confidence to lead a small group of pupils with complex needs and autism.
The successful candidate will support and help run a class of around 10 children, all of whom require a calm, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Role
As an SEN HLTA, you will play a key role in supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of pupils within the SEN class/unit. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting and leading a group of around 10 pupils with complex needs and autism.
- Helping to run the room/class confidently and effectively.
- Delivering planned learning activities and adapting support where needed.
- Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and engagement.
- Helping pupils access the curriculum in a structured and meaningful way.
- Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff.
- Managing routines, behaviour and expectations within the SEN setting.
- Creating a calm, positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Using initiative and responding confidently to the needs of the class.
Requirements
- Previous experience working with children with SEN, complex needs and autism.
- Experience as an HLTA, SEN Teaching Assistant, Cover Supervisor or similar.
- The confidence to lead a small group or class within an SEN setting.
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- A good understanding of the primary curriculum, or the ability to learn it quickly.
- The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations.
- A calm, resilient, organised and proactive approach.
- The ability to work well as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Benefits
- Competitive daily pay of £115–£130 per day.
- A full-time, long-term SEN HLTA position.
- The opportunity to lead and support within a specialist SEN class/unit.
- Valuable experience working with complex needs and autism.
- A supportive school environment and wider SEN team.
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact.
- Ongoing support from Teach Now throughout your placement.
- Additional Information
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures and is committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination.
This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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