1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Watford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CPD Training

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Flexible opportunities

Job summary

Supply Desk is seeking 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants and Support Staff to join our partner schools in Watford and the wider Hertfordshire area. Roles include 1:1 SEND support and learning support in primary, secondary and specialist SEND settings.

We welcome applicants with experience in ASC, ADHD, dyslexia or SEMH and a passion for helping pupils. All successful applicants will complete safeguarding checks and join our dedicated education recruitment team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people in an educational/SEND setting is desirable.
• Knowledge of ASC, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia or other SEND needs is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEND and general classroom support to pupils.
• Support teachers with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of children in school.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Behaviour management

Safeguarding

Job description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant / Support Staff Opportunities

Primary, Secondary & Special Needs Schools Watford & Hertfordshire

Location: Watford & Hertfordshire
Roles: 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants / Learning Support Assistants / SEND Support Staff
Contract: Full-time, Part-time, Long-term & Flexible Opportunities

Supply Desk is looking for passionate and dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants and Support Staff to join our growing network of partner schools across Watford and the wider Hertfordshire area.

As a leading education recruitment specialist, we work closely with a range of primary, secondary and specialist SEND schools throughout Hertfordshire. If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and want to make a genuine difference to their education, we would love to hear from you.

About You

Are you passionate about helping pupils with special educational needs thrive?

Whether you already have experience supporting children with autism (ASC), ADHD, dyslexia, learning difficulties, SEMH or other additional needs, or you're looking to develop your career within SEND education, we have opportunities that could suit your skills and experience.

Our dedicated consultants will work closely with you to understand your experience, preferred location, availability and career goals before matching you with suitable partner schools across Watford and Hertfordshire.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or young people within an educational or SEND setting is desirable
• Knowledge or understanding of ASC, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia, learning difficulties or other SEND needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good behaviour-management skills
• Patience, empathy and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, teachers, SENDCos and support staff
• Flexibility and adaptability when working within different school environments
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time, part-time, long-term and flexible opportunities
• Access to roles across Watford and the wider Hertfordshire area
• Opportunities within primary, secondary and specialist SEND schools
• 1:1 SEND and general classroom support opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant
• Professional development and SEND-focused training
• Opportunities to develop your experience and progress within SEND education
• Exclusive access to our CPD Learning Hub, with 24/7 access to training and events covering safeguarding, behaviour management, SEND and wellbeing

Please note: All successful applicants will be subject to relevant compliance and Safer Recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.