KS1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Support & Inclusion (Watford)

Protocol Education Limited; Waterford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support for children with additional learning needs, including ASD and speech and language needs, helping them access the curriculum in a caring, inclusive environment. The role is full-time, term-time only, with an ASAP or January start and competitive pay rates via Protocol Education.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Autism awareness

Patience

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Job description

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

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support for children with additional learning needs, including ASD and speech and language needs, helping them access the curriculum in a caring, inclusive environment. The role is full-time, term-time only, with an ASAP or January start and competitive pay rates via Protocol Education.