SEN Teaching Assistant

Flexzo Teach; Stanstead St Margarets; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Flexzo Teach is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school based in Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire. This role supports pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties and complex needs, delivering tailored assistance alongside class teachers.

The successful candidate will provide personal care, support learning activities, monitor wellbeing and participate in after-school clubs as required.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, NVQ or equivalent.
• Willingness to provide personal and intimate care (toileting, hygiene).
• Experience with SEN or additional learning needs and working in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities for pupils with SEN.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
• Assist with IEPs and pupil-specific learning plans.
• Support pupils with personal and intimate care, including toileting and hygiene.
• Participate in swimming sessions with pupils at least once per week.

Skills

Strong written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Patience and empathy

Patient and compassionate

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE English & Maths (C/5+)

Job description

Contract: Permanent | Part-Time | Term-Time Only (34 Hours per Week)

Start Date: ASAP

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am–3:45pm, with one day per week finishing at 5:15pm for after-school club

Salary: H3.1 – Approximately £19,711 per annum (pro rata)

About the Role

Flexzo Teach is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school based in Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and caring individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and making a meaningful difference to their education and development.

The school provides specialist education for pupils aged 2–19 with Severe Learning Difficulties, complex learning needs and additional disabilities.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and the wider school team to provide tailored support to individual pupils and small groups, helping them access learning, develop independence and achieve their full potential.

This is a varied and rewarding position involving classroom support, personal care, pupil wellbeing and participation in educational and extracurricular activities.

Please note: This role involves providing personal and intimate care to pupils, including toileting and hygiene support. The successful candidate must also be willing to participate in swimming activities with pupils at least once per week.

The school is looking for someone who is patient, reliable, adaptable and genuinely committed to supporting children and young people with complex additional needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging, accessible and inclusive learning activities for pupils with special educational needs.
• Provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support, adapting approaches to meet individual learning and developmental needs.
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other pupil-specific learning and support plans.
• Support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties, complex needs and additional disabilities.
• Assist pupils with personal and intimate care, including toileting, hygiene, dressing and general wellbeing.
• Participate in swimming sessions with pupils at least once per week, providing appropriate support and supervision.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence, communication skills and positive relationships.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, contributing to assessments and feedback for teaching staff.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development, promoting a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation, learning resources and general administrative tasks.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, carers and external professionals to meet pupils' individual needs.
• Support pupils with physical and mobility needs, including appropriate moving and handling where required and following relevant training.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and school policies at all times.
• Participate in staff training, professional development and school activities.

Requirements

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, ideally within a school or specialist education setting.
• Experience and/or relevant qualifications in supporting pupils with SEN or additional learning needs.
• A good understanding of the challenges faced by pupils with learning difficulties and complex needs.
• A willingness and ability to provide personal and intimate care, including toileting and hygiene support.
• Willingness to participate in swimming activities with pupils at least once per week.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team and follow guidance from teaching staff.
• A patient, compassionate and adaptable approach to supporting pupils with different abilities and needs.
• Excellent organisational skills, reliability and a proactive attitude.
• An understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to promoting children's welfare.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, NVQ or equivalent.
• Previous experience working within a specialist SEND school.
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD).
• Experience supporting pupils with personal care, physical disabilities or mobility needs.
• Relevant safeguarding training or additional SEN-related qualifications.