SEN Learning Support Assistant - Autism & Life Skills

Teach Now; Ware; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated Teach Now consultant

Refer a friend scheme: £150

AWR pay parity

CPD training

Job summary

Teach Now is recruiting an SEN Learning Support Assistant for a specialist school in Hertfordshire. The role involves supporting children aged 2–19 with complex needs, including autistic pupils, across primary and secondary phases.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to foster communication, independence and life skills. This is a full-time, long-term temporary position with a daily rate of £100–£101.80 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Patient, compassionate, resilient and dependable.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Confident working with autistic pupils and following individual strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support across the school day.
• Help pupils access learning and develop greater independence.
• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Follow individual support plans and positive behaviour strategies.
• Assist pupils with practical activities and essential life skills.
• Provide personal care respectfully and maintain pupils dignity.
• Support pupils during hydrotherapy sessions and physical-development activities.
• Work closely with teachers and the wider specialist support team.
• Help maintain a calm, structured and encouraging learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Resilience

Dependability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Experience in SEND settings

Tools

CPD training

Job description

Teach Now is recruiting an SEN Learning Support Assistant for a specialist school in Hertfordshire. The role involves supporting children aged 2–19 with complex needs, including autistic pupils, across primary and secondary phases.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to foster communication, independence and life skills. This is a full-time, long-term temporary position with a daily rate of £100–£101.80 depending on experience.