KS1 SEN TA

Protocol Education; Watford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a compassionate KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Watford, supporting pupils with additional learning needs to access the curriculum and achieve their targets.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and working alongside teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to create an inclusive learning environment. Term-time, full-time hours with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN.
• Understanding of ASD/ADHD and communication needs.
• Patient, resilient and caring approach.
• Strong interaction with children and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN.
• Assist children with autism, ADHD, speech and language needs and social-emotional challenges.
• Implement strategies from EHCPs and support plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Help create an inclusive, nurturing learning environment.

Skills

SEN support

Communication

Behaviour management

Patience

Job description

KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary School, Watford

KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant Watford, Hertfordshire Full-Time | Term Time Only Start Date: ASAP / January Start Available Competitive Pay Rates via Protocol Education

Protocol Education is working with a nurturing primary school in Watford that is looking to appoint a compassionate and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to support children within Key Stage 1.

This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who have additional learning needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their individual targets within a supportive school environment.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Support children with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social-emotional difficulties.
• Implement strategies outlined in EHCPs and support plans.
• Work alongside teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Help create an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN.
• Understanding of autism and additional learning needs.
• Patient, resilient, and caring nature.
• Strong communication and behaviour management skills.
• A passion for supporting children to overcome barriers to learning.

The School Offers

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Excellent SEN support structures.
• Opportunities to progress within the school.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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