SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Redbourn Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Redbourn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing service in Redbourn is seeking a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate should be empathetic and patient, with experience in special educational settings. Responsibilities include providing one-to-one support, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, and implementing individualised education plans. Competitive daily salary offered.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with special educational needs.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorder and ADHD.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for students with ASC, ADHD, and SLD.
• Implement individualised education plans.
• Help students develop social, emotional, and academic skills.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Adaptability

Understanding of autism and ADHD

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

SEN Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) – Redbourn, AL3 postcode area
Aspire People Agency
Salary: 85 - 100 a day
Contract: Full-time Temporary to Permanent Opportunities
Start: September 2025

Job Summary

Aspire People is currently recruiting for a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join special educational needs (SEN) schools in Redbourn, St Albans. These full-time roles offer the opportunity to support pupils with a range of learning difficulties, including autism spectrum disorder (ASC), ADHD, and profound and speech and language difficulties (SLD0).

If you\'re an empathetic and patient individual with a passion for supporting students with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support or assist with small group interventions for students with ASC, ADHD, and SLD
• Work closely with teachers and SENCOs to implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and EHCP targets
• Help students to develop social, emotional, and academic skills through tailored support strategies
• Provide guidance in managing behavioural challenges in a calm, consistent, and positive manner
• Support the delivery of sensory, therapeutic, or life skills activities
• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress, liaising with class teachers and the SEN team regularly

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs in an SEN school or similar environment (desirable)
• Strong understanding of autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs, with an ability to tailor support to individual students
• Calm, patient, and adaptable approach to working with children with complex needs
• A proactive approach to working within a multidisciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, and support staff
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Availability for full-time work, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 3:30pm)

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience with Makaton, PECs, or other alternative communication methods
• Previous work in specialist settings (e.g., SEN schools, specialist provisions, etc.)

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.