SEN Teaching Assistant - SEPTEMBER START

Aspire People; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Hatfield for a full-time position starting September 2025. The role involves supporting children with special educational needs in a school setting, providing tailored learning strategies to help them thrive. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a genuine passion for teaching.

Qualifications

• Experience with children with SEN in a school setting is desirable.
• Relevant qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, and speech difficulties.
• Provide 1:1 and small group learning support.
• Implement personalized learning strategies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Patience

Enthusiasm

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or SEN-specific training

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Hatfield - SEPTEMBER START

Location: Hatfield
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-Time (Term-Time Only)
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications

Are you a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? We are seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team to support at schools for long term placements.

About the Role:
You will:

-Work closely with the class teacher to support pupils with a range of special educational needs (e.g., autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties)

-Provide 1:1 and small group support to help children access learning and achieve their full potential

-Implement personalised learning strategies and behaviour support plans

-Build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents

What We're Looking For:

-Experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting is desirable

-A calm, positive, and flexible approach

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills

-A genuine passion for helping children thrive

-Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or SEN-specific training) are advantageous but not essential

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.