Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Meldreth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a reliable SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Royston, Hertfordshire. This full-time, temporary-to-permanent role supports pupils with SEND, helping them access learning and build independence.

Ideal candidates will have GCSEs, a patient and dependable approach, and strong communication skills. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm, with own transport or reliable commuting arrangements.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• GCSEs, including good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A patient, dependable and committed approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Excellent reliability and attendance.
• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday.
• Own transport or a reliable means of commuting to the school.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
• Help children access learning, develop confidence and build independence.
• Provide individualised support in line with pupils' needs and learning plans.
• Encourage communication, engagement and positive social interaction.
• Work closely with teachers and other members of the school team.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Patient

Punctuality

Education

GCSEs (literacy & numeracy)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Royston, Hertfordshire

Full-Time Only | Temporary to Permanent | Specialist Training & Career Progression

Location: Royston, Hertfordshire

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm

Contract: Full-time, temporary to permanent

Start Date: ASAP or following your current notice period

Transport: Own transport or reliable commuting arrangements essential

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a reliable, compassionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Royston, Hertfordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) who is looking for a long-term role with the potential to become permanent. The school offers opportunities for professional development and specialist training once permanent, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates looking to develop their knowledge, skills and career within special education. Please note: This is a full-time position only. Candidates must be available Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm, and have their own transport or reliable daily commuting arrangements. The school is most accessible by car.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities.
• Help children access learning, develop confidence and build independence.
• Provide individualised support in line with pupils' needs and learning plans.
• Encourage communication, engagement and positive social interaction.
• Work closely with teachers and other members of the school team.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.

Specialist Training and Career Development

Once permanent, training opportunities include:

• Makaton and communication support.
• LEGO Therapy.
• PRICE training.
• Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Sensory learning approaches.
• Manual handling.
• Thrive approaches to emotional wellbeing and development.
• Further specialist SEND training and professional development.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• GCSEs, including good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A patient, dependable and committed approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Excellent reliability and attendance.
• Full-time availability, Monday to Friday.
• Own transport or a reliable means of commuting to the school.

Working Hours and Contract

Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm.

Full-time only.

Temporary-to-permanent opportunity.

Start ASAP or after your current notice period.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.