SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach Now; Piccotts End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment company is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Piccotts End to provide targeted support to secondary students with speech and language needs. The ideal candidate will be experienced in communication interventions and have a patient, adaptable approach. This position allows for collaboration within a warm school environment, making a meaningful impact on students’ lives and confidence.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant for support

Refer a friend scheme paying £150

Access to CPD training

Paid equally to a permanent employee under AWR

Qualifications

• Experience in speech and language therapy or communication-focused interventions is required.
• Previous experience supporting secondary-aged students is essential.
• SEN qualifications or relevant Level 2 / 3 TA certificates is beneficial but not essential.
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting diverse needs is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted speech and language support to students with identified needs.
• Work with students in small groups, helping develop communication, confidence, and social skills.
• Assist teachers in delivering tailored intervention plans.
• Support students within the classroom to keep them engaged.

Skills

Experience in speech and language therapy

Supporting secondary-aged students

Patient and empathetic approach

Communication-focused interventions

Education

SEN qualifications or relevant Level 2 / 3 TA certificates

Job description

Teach Now is recruiting for a dedicated and skilled SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school in Hemel Hempstead. This is a standout opportunity for an enthusiastic TA with experience in speech and language support, looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people across Key Stages 3–5.

About the School

The school offers a warm, inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their best. Staff work collaboratively to create a culture of respect, resilience, and ambition. With strong leadership and a committed pastoral team, the school provides excellent support and development opportunities for all staff members.

The Role

• Provide targeted speech and language support to students with identified needs.
• Work 1 : 1 and in small groups, helping learners to develop communication, confidence, and social understanding.
• Assist teachers and the SENCO in delivering tailored intervention plans.
• Support students within the classroom, ensuring they remain engaged and motivated.
• Help build a structured, positive learning environment that promotes independence.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in speech and language therapy or communication-focused interventions.
• Previous experience supporting secondary-aged students.
• SEN qualifications or relevant Level 2 / 3 TA certificates (beneficial but not essential).
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting diverse needs.

Why This Role Stands Out

• A fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in specialist SEN support.
• Welcoming, collaborative team with excellent training pathways.
• The chance to make a meaningful, lasting impact on young learners’ communication and confidence.

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We :

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in‑house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.