SEN Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency seeks a dedicated full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs. The role involves providing tailored assistance in a positive learning environment, contributing to individual educational plans, and participating in comprehensive training initiatives. Candidates should have a passion for education and a commitment to student welfare.

Benefits

Comprehensive training in the sector

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident in working 1:1 and with small groups.
• Willingness to learn; no experience required if open to training.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs.
• Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs).
• Supporting learning through structured activities and interventions.

Skills

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Positive attitude

Education

Valid Enhanced DBS

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time)
Royston, Hertfordshire | Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Temp-Perm contract - Once Permanent, 2 week induction completed with extensive training!
Term-Time Only - School Holidays off!

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs?

Looking for a full-time role where you can make a difference and develop your skills?

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and ambitious team in Royston.

What You'll Be Doing:
Providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of SEN needs

Helping to implement individual education plans (IEPs)

Supporting learning through structured activities and interventions

Collaborating with teachers and the wider support team

Contributing to a positive, inclusive learning environment

What We're Looking For:
Someone who is reliable, enthusiastic, and genuinely loves working with children

Confidence in working 1:1 and with small groups

A valid Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Willingness to learn - no experience required if you're open to training

A positive attitude and strong sense of commitment

Why Join Us?
We offer some of the most comprehensive training available in the sector, including:

LEGO Therapy

Makaton

Elklan (Speech & Language Support)

️ PRICE (Positive Handling)

️ Specific Feeding Techniques

IEP Support

And more!

"I've never seen this much training offered and so comprehensive… if people want career progression, they will get it here."
- Head Teacher

We also tailor training to match your interests and strengths, giving you the tools to build a lasting career in education.


Ready to apply?
If you're committed, caring, and excited to develop your skills in SEN support - we want to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.