SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Aspire People; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking a Level 3 Autism Trained Teaching Assistant in a supportive SEN school located in Royston, Hertfordshire. This full-time, temp-to-perm position offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in students' lives while benefiting from ongoing training once permanent. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, open to learning, and have experience in child-focused environments.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Supportive and friendly school environment

Full access to training once made permanent

Long-term opportunity leading to permanent role

Qualifications

• Experience working in childcare, nursery, or educational settings.
• Willingness to work towards HLTA qualification.
• Positive, patient, and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for pupils with learning difficulties.
• Assist with developing and delivering IEPs.
• Create a safe and stimulating classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Proactivity

Education

HLTA qualification

Tools

LEGO Therapy

PRICE (Positive Response to Intervention and Crisis Education)

Job description

Level 3 Autism Trained Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Temp to Perm
Location: Royston, Hertfordshire.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm
Agency: Aspire People

Aspire People is currently recruiting for someone who has been trained within Autism at Level 3 to support the team as a Teaching Assistant. The team are supportive and inclusive. This is a full-time, temp-to-perm opportunity with excellent training and development options available once permanent.

We are looking for someone with previous experience in childcare or education settings, who is passionate about supporting children-particularly those with special educational needs (SEN). You do not need extensive SEN experience, just the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Role Overview:
Provide support for pupils with learning difficulties and sensory needs

Work closely with teaching staff and SENCOs to deliver tailored support

Assist with developing and delivering IEPs (Individual Education Plans)

Use engaging techniques such as LEGO Therapy to support pupil development

Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment

Training Offered (Once Permanent):
PRICE (Positive Response to Intervention and Crisis Education)

LEGO Therapy

Sensory Needs & IEP Support

Ongoing training and development is the top priority for this thriving SEN school.

What We're Looking For:
Experience working in a childcare, nursery, or educational setting

HLTA qualification or willingness to work towards it

Positive, patient, and proactive mindset

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Open to candidates with limited SEN experience

What We Offer:
Supportive and friendly school environment

Competitive weekly pay through Aspire People

Long-term opportunity with a pathway to a permanent role

Full access to training once made permanent

Apply now if you're ready to make a difference and grow your career in education. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are committed to helping every child succeed.

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.