SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Bushey Heath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Bushey, Hertfordshire, is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a specialist secondary school and assist students with additional needs in lessons and in small groups.

You will build positive relationships, promote independence and emotional regulation, and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment. Previous SEN experience is beneficial, and training will be provided.

Salary is £90-£100 per day, with pay aligned to the client's pay policy.

Qualifications

• Patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Calm and confident when managing challenging situations.
• Strong communicators who can build positive relationships.
• Flexible, proactive and committed to pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons, one-to-one and in small groups.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual needs.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Resilient

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Relationship building

Flexible

Proactive

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

£90-£100 per day | Bushey, Hertfordshire

Are you patient, resilient and passionate about helping young people succeed?

We are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to work in a specialist secondary school in Bushey, supporting secondary school students with additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference, helping pupils build confidence, develop independence and overcome barriers to learning.

The Role

Working alongside teaching staff, you will:

• Support pupils in lessons, one-to-one and in small groups.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and independence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual needs.

About You

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Patient, empathetic and resilient.
• Calm and confident when managing challenging situations.
• Strong communicators who can build positive relationships.
• Flexible, proactive and committed to pupil wellbeing.

Previous experience in SEN, autism, SEMH, education, care, youth work or behaviour support is beneficial. Candidates with transferable skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay of £90-£100 per day.
• Valuable experience in specialist education.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.
• A rewarding role supporting personal and educational development.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy