SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming school in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time role involves supporting children with special educational needs both in and out of the classroom. Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome, and no prior experience is required, only a genuine passion for helping children.

Benefits

Access to a pension plan

Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development

Free child protection training

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN or a keen interest to pursue this.
• Ability to communicate effectively with other members of staff.
• Availability for full-time work.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist the class teacher with daily activities.
• Create a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Initiative

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant – Hemel Hempstead

Location: Hemel Hempstead
Salary: (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm (may vary by up to 45 minutes)

Do you have qualifications and experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Are you passionate about making a difference in young people's lives? If so, we want to hear from you!

Role Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Hemel Hempstead. You will work closely with children who have special educational needs, supporting them both in and out of the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or group support to pupils with SEN
• Support learning during lessons and break/lunchtimes
• Assist the class teacher with daily activities
• Help maintain a safe and tidy classroom environment
• Create a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all students

Who We're Looking For

Experience in a school setting is not required – we welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are passionate about working with children.

The ideal candidate will:

• The ideal candidate will have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)-Not required
  
• Experience supporting children with SEN/SEMH or a keen interest to pursue this
• A kind, caring and patient manner when working with children
• The ability to communicate effectively with other members of staff
• The ability to differentiate lessons to suit the needs of all children
• Full time availability
• Have previous experience working with SEN children
• Be committed, patient, and reliable
• Show initiative and a proactive attitude – must
• Have or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS (on the Update Service)

What’s in It for You?

• Rewarding role – Make a real impact on pupils’ lives
• Join a supportive and friendly school community
• Work in a close-knit team with strong collaboration
• Access to a pension plan
• Ongoing support and opportunities for professional development

Safer Recruitment

All applicants must be willing to undergo standard vetting checks, which include:

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (can be arranged via Teaching Personnel)
• Two most recent professional references (covering the last 24 months)
• Overseas Police Check (if applicable – for those who’ve lived outside the UK for 6+ months in the last 5 years)

Please attach your CV when applying.
Only candidates with permanent UK residency will be considered for this role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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