ARP Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job Description

ARP Teaching Assistant | Barnet | September 2026 Are you a compassionate and academically strong graduate looking to become an ARP Teaching Assistant in a supportive North West London secondary school?   An inviting school in Barnet is seeking an ARP Teaching Assistant to join their Additionally Resourced Provision (ARP) from September 2026. This ARP Teaching Assistant role is ideal for someone passionate about autism, neurodevelopment and inclusive education.   This ARP Teaching Assistant opportunity offers invaluable experience for aspiring Educational Psychologists, Teachers, Therapists, and SEND professionals.   Why Join This School as an ARP Teaching Assistant?

• Join a highly supportive and inclusive secondary school with a strong reputation for SEND provision
• Work within a well-resourced ARP alongside experienced specialists
• Benefit from excellent training and professional development opportunities

  About the Role | ARP Teaching Assistant

• Support students with autism and additional needs in both 1:1 and small-group settings
• Support students in subjects such as Maths, Art, Photography, Psychology or Science
• Work closely with teachers, SEND professionals and pastoral staff to ensure students feel supported, understood and confident
• Build positive relationships that help students thrive socially, emotionally and academically

  What We’re Looking For | ARP Teaching Assistant Suitable candidates may include:

• Psychology graduates with strong Maths, Science or Art knowledge
• Maths, Science or Art graduates with an interest in neurodevelopment and SEND
• Graduates with strong A-Level results in Maths, Science, Art, Photography or Psychology, including an A or A* in at least one of these subjects
• Individuals with a genuine interest in autism, neurodiversity and inclusive education

  More importantly, the school is looking for someone who is:

• Emotionally intelligent, patient, and resilient
• Calm, adaptable and nurturing
• Passionate about supporting young people with autism in a mainstream environment

  If you are excited by the opportunity to positively impact the lives of students with autism and help them flourish both academically and personally, we would love to hear from you!   Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this ARP Teaching Assistant role in Barnet. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this ARP Teaching Assistant role.  

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-06-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English