SEN Teaching Assistant - SEPTEMBER START

Aspire People; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to support children with special educational needs in Watford. Applicants should possess a caring and enthusiastic attitude, and the role includes providing tailored assistance to help children thrive. This full-time position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of students starting in September 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) desirable.
• Ability to implement personalised learning strategies.
• A genuine passion for supporting children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support for learning.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm and positive approach

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

SEN-specific training

Job description

Job Opportunity: SEN Teaching Assistant - Watford - SEPTEMBER START

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
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 a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team to support at special needs schools across Watford on a long term basis (temp to perm)

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 but not essential. A genuine passion for supporting people is appreciated.

-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.