SEN Teaching Assistant - Full-Time - St Albans

Aspire People; St Albans; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking experienced SEN Teaching Assistants for flexible agency work in St Albans and surrounding areas. You will support pupils with SEND, assisting in day-to-day classroom activities and helping them access learning across different schools.

Assignments are offered according to school requirements and your availability, with ad hoc day-time cover. Start ASAP, subject to registration and relevant checks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND - essential.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to schools in St Albans and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning objectives.
• Supporting pupils' communication, confidence and independence.
• Helping maintain a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Following safeguarding procedures and school policies.

Skills

SEND experience

Patience

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Agency Work | St Albans, Hertfordshire

Ad Hoc Cover | Flexible Supply Work | Immediate Opportunities

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Job Type: Agency / Temporary

Working Pattern: Ad hoc cover, based on school requirements

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: £95-£105 per day.

Experience: Previous SEND experience essential

SEN Teaching Assistant - Flexible Agency Opportunities

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible agency work in St Albans?

We are currently recruiting reliable, patient and committed SEN Teaching Assistants to support schools in St Albans and the surrounding areas on an ad hoc basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking flexible work, whether you are looking to pick up additional days, work around existing commitments or gain experience across different educational settings.

Assignments will be offered according to school requirements and your availability, with opportunities to provide day-to-day cover when support is needed.

The Role

As an agency SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them access learning and feel safe, supported and included throughout the school day.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning objectives.
• Supporting pupils' communication, confidence and independence.
• Helping maintain a positive, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapting your approach to meet individual pupil needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
• Following school policies, safeguarding procedures and behaviour management expectations.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND - essential.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• A reliable and professional attitude.
• The flexibility to accept ad hoc assignments when available.
• The ability to travel to schools in St Albans and surrounding areas.
• Candidates with experience supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, sensory needs or complex learning needs are encouraged to apply.

Assignment Details

• Location: St Albans and surrounding areas.
• Contract: Agency / temporary.
• Work type: Ad hoc and day‑time cover.
• Hours: Dependent on the individual school assignment.
• Start: ASAP, subject to registration and relevant checks.

Why Consider Agency SEN Work?

• Flexible opportunities to suit your availability.
• Experience working across different school settings.
• The opportunity to support pupils with a variety of additional needs.
• Assignments offered according to school demand and candidate suitability.

Please note that ad hoc work is not guaranteed, as assignments depend on school requirements.

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.