SEN Teaching Assistant - Inspire Growth for ASD/ADHD Pupils

Jobs4; St Albans; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobs4 is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Redbourn, Hertfordshire, supporting pupils across primary and secondary.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support, help with ASD/ADHD, run 1:1 and small-group activities, and promote positive behaviour in a calm, structured environment.

This full-time position runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with an ASAP start and potential permanent appointment after a temporary period.

Qualifications

• 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 SEN environment.
• Reliable, punctual and professional.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Team player

Reliability

Job description

Jobs4 is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Redbourn, Hertfordshire, supporting pupils across primary and secondary.

You will work closely with teaching staff to provide tailored support, help with ASD/ADHD, run 1:1 and small-group activities, and promote positive behaviour in a calm, structured environment.

This full-time position runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, with an ASAP start and potential permanent appointment after a temporary period.