Impactful Special Needs Teaching Assistant (Permanent)

Educo Recruitment Ltd.; Hertford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Educo Recruitment Ltd. is working with a welcoming SEND school in Hertford to appoint a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant on a permanent, full-time basis.

You will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them engage with learning, build confidence and independence, and reach their individual potential.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting children with SEND
• Patient, empathetic and nurturing
• Reliable, committed and enthusiastic
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils
• Able to work effectively as part of a school team
• Resilient and able to remain calm in challenging situations
• Flexible and adaptable to pupil needs
• Eager to develop SEND knowledge and experience

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assisting with learning, classroom activities and individual programmes
• Providing encouragement, reassurance and emotional support
• Helping pupils develop communication, social and independence skills
• Maintaining a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment
• Working closely with teachers, support staff and other professionals
• Adapting approach to meet individual pupil needs
• Encouraging pupils to become as independent as possible

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Resilience

Job description

Educo Recruitment Ltd. is working with a welcoming SEND school in Hertford to appoint a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant on a permanent, full-time basis.

You will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them engage with learning, build confidence and independence, and reach their individual potential.