SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

Aspire People; Markyate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People Limited is currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in Redbourn, Hertfordshire. You will support pupils across primary and secondary ages, working closely with teachers to provide tailored assistance throughout the day.

The role is full-time, temporary to permanent, with ASAP start and ongoing opportunities. Experience with ASD/ADHD is desirable, and you will help pupils thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy when supporting pupils.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Experience with SEN, ASD or ADHD is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support as required.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional SEN needs.
• Help pupils engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and maintain a calm learning environment.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Collaborate with teachers and the wider school team.
• Follow individual support plans and school policies.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Confidence with children

SEN environment

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication

Team player

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Redbourn

Location: Redbourn, Hertfordshire

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm

Contract: Full-time, Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

School Setting: SEN - Primary & Secondary

We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Redbourn, supporting pupils across both primary and secondary age groups.

The school supports children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs, including Autism (ASD) and ADHD. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional SEN needs.
• Providing one-to-one and small-group support where required.
• Helping pupils engage with learning and classroom activities.
• Supporting pupils with their social and emotional development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and maintaining a calm learning environment.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and the wider school team.
• Following individual support plans and school policies.

About You

The school is looking for someone who is:

• Patient, caring and understanding.
• Calm and consistent when supporting pupils with challenging behaviour.
• Confident working with children and young people.
• Passionate about working within a specialist SEN environment.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• A strong communicator and team player.
• Previous experience working with SEN, ASD or ADHD is desirable, although candidates with transferable experience and the right attitude will also be considered.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, with the opportunity to become permanent following a successful temporary period. An ASAP start is available.

If you are passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs, we would love 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.