Year 2 Teaching Assistant – Propel Young Minds in Outstanding Barnet School

Seize the rare chance to become a high-impact Year 2 Teaching Assistant and make a genuine difference at one of Barnet’s most ambitious and innovative primary schools. This is the perfect place for intellectually curious, high-achieving graduates looking to launch a rewarding career in education, psychology or SEN. Join a talented, collaborative team where your drive, initiative and compassion will be developed and celebrated – and every day is an opportunity to shape the future for bright, eager pupils.

Immerse yourself in a forward-thinking environment renowned for nurturing professional talent and exceptional standards. As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant here, you’ll unlock unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge classroom practice, creative learning strategies, and transformative safeguarding – all within a vibrant, supportive team. Our school champions reflective practice and progression: every member is valued, every ambition is encouraged, and your journey towards teaching or psychology has never been more exciting or well-supported.

Key Highlights:

• Year 2 Teaching Assistant – pivotal, student-facing support role
• Circa £31,000 Pro-rata, an exceptionally competitive package
• Located in thriving Barnet, North London – easily accessible
• Ofsted: Graded Good with Outstanding features
• Comprehensive CPD including specialist SEN, pedagogy, and leadership pathways
• Tailored for high-achieving graduates with aspirations in teaching, psychology or SEN
• Dynamic, creative learning spaces and modern digital resources

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering targeted academic and emotional support to individual Year 2 pupils
• Planning and leading engaging group interventions to accelerate progress
• Collaborating with experienced teachers and SEN professionals on bespoke learning strategies
• Modelling positive behaviours and championing inclusion at every opportunity
• Tracking and celebrating pupil milestones, sharing feedback with staff and families
• Supporting classroom routines, creative subjects, and dynamic daily activities

Ideal "Year 2 Teaching Assistant" for this Barnet School:

• Top-performing graduate with a proven academic record
• Ambitious, committed, and passionate about children’s learning
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist looking for unrivalled experience
• Compassionate, resilient, and genuinely impact-driven
• Excellent communicator who adapts quickly and thrives in a vibrant team

Why Join This Barnet School?:

• Be immersed in a culture of aspirational excellence and meaningful collaboration
• Regular, personalised coaching and exposure to inspirational educators
• Real opportunities to launch a career in teaching or educational psychology
• Highly regarded, supportive leadership prioritising staff wellbeing
• Exceptional behaviour, engaged families, and unwavering community spirit

Take the next step in your journey as a Year 2 Teaching Assistant and gain the experience, mentorship, and inspiration you need to kickstart a successful educational career. Apply now for genuine progression in an environment where your potential is limitless.

How to Apply

Jump in—your skills are needed now! Barnet schools are interviewing for Year 2 SEN Teaching Assistants this week. Grab this chance to make an immediate difference: upload your CV today and be first in line for consideration.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving North London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!