Immediate Start - SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Royston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspiring SEN Teaching Assistant role at Aspire People in Royston, Hertfordshire, offering an immediate start for a full-time, temporary-to-permanent position. You will support pupils with SEND, helping them access learning and build confidence in a safe school environment.

The role requires compassionate, patient individuals with GCSEs in literacy and numeracy, strong communication, and a commitment to consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is essential.
• GCSEs, including good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A patient, reliable and committed attitude.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to children with SEND.
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence.
• Supporting individual learning needs and education plans.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Maintaining a patient, consistent and supportive approach.

Skills

SEND experience

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Reliability/attendance

Education

GCSEs incl. literacy & numeracy

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start | Royston, Hertfordshire

Immediate Start | Full-Time Only | Temp to Perm | Specialist Training & Career Progression

• Location: Royston, Hertfordshire
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm
• Contract: Full-time, temporary to permanent
• Start Date: ASAP - candidates available immediately preferred
• Transport: Own transport or reliable daily commuting arrangements essential

SEN Teaching Assistant - Available to Start Immediately?

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant available to start work immediately and looking for a full-time opportunity with long-term career prospects?

We are currently recruiting a reliable, patient and committed 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 ready to start a new role as soon as possible.

The position is offered on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis, with the potential to secure a permanent position and access specialist training to support your professional development.

Please note: This is a full-time position only. Applicants must be available Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm. You must also have your own transport or reliable commuting arrangements, as the school is most accessible by car.

The Role

You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning, develop confidence and build independence within a safe and supportive school environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing tailored support to children with SEND.
• Helping pupils engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence.
• Supporting individual learning needs and education plans.
• Building positive relationships with pupils and school staff.
• Maintaining a patient, consistent and supportive approach.

Career Progression and Specialist Training

For candidates looking for more than a temporary position, this role offers the potential to progress into permanent employment.

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.

These opportunities can help you develop your skills, broaden your experience and build a long-term career in special education.

Training availability will depend on the school's arrangements and the requirements of the role.

Essential Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND - essential.
• GCSEs, including good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A patient, reliable and committed approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent attendance and a professional attitude.
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday.
• Own transport or reliable daily commuting arrangements.
• Candidates who are available to start immediately are particularly encouraged to apply.

Working Hours and Contract

• Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:40pm.
• Full-time only.
• Temporary-to-permanent opportunity.
• Immediate start available for suitable candidates.