SEN Specialist TA – ASD/SLD Support (Temp to Perm)

Inspire EHC Ltd; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire EHC Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. You will support pupils with complex learning needs, providing compassionate, consistent, hands-on assistance to help them achieve their potential.

Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with personal care when needed, and collaborating with teachers and therapists to tailor lessons and maintain a safe, structured learning environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with ASD, PMLD and/or SLD.
• A patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• An understanding of safeguarding, inclusion and equal opportunities.
• An Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Reliable access to Welwyn Garden City.

Responsibilities

• Developing positive, trusting relationships with pupils and providing consistent emotional support.
• Supporting teachers to deliver engaging and accessible lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Providing 1:1 and small‑group support both inside and outside the classroom.
• Helping pupils develop communication, social, sensory and emotional‑regulation skills.
• Encouraging independence and supporting positive behaviour strategies.
• Assisting with personal care, physiotherapy and other individual support requirements where necessary.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals to meet pupils' needs.
• Helping to maintain a safe, structured and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

ASD/PMLD/SLD experience

Patient, caring approach

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Job description

Inspire EHC Ltd. is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. You will support pupils with complex learning needs, providing compassionate, consistent, hands-on assistance to help them achieve their potential.

Responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with personal care when needed, and collaborating with teachers and therapists to tailor lessons and maintain a safe, structured learning environment.