Sen Teaching Assistant

Uniform Education; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Watford. You will support pupils with additional needs in a nurturing environment, assisting in their learning and personal development. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEN and a patient approach to child support. This full-time position offers the chance to make a significant impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience required in supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Knowledge of Autism, MLD, or SLD is preferred.
• Must be patient, empathetic, and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional learning and communication needs.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide personal care and mobility support when required.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: WD19, Watford Area (Hertfordshire)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a passionate and patient SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? Do you want to work in a supportive and inclusive school environment where every child is valued?

Uniform Education is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the WD19 area. The school caters for pupils with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), Moderate to Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD/SLD), and physical or sensory impairments.

About the Role:

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with additional learning and communication needs on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assist the class teacher in delivering differentiated and engaging lessons
• Use strategies such as visual supports, Makaton, PECS, and sensory activities to promote engagement and progress
• Provide personal care and mobility support where required (training provided)
• Encourage independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing in all pupils
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and parents to achieve EHCP targets
• Contribute to creating a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment

What We're Looking For:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN (essential)
• Knowledge of Autism, MLD, or SLD (desirable)
• Patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting pupils' learning and development
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to assist with personal care and manual handling (training can be provided)
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply via Uniform Education)