SEN Teaching Assistant — Term-Time & Training

St Elizabeth's Centre; Much Hadham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time role

Set hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs 8:30–4:00;

Tue 8:30–5:00; Fri 3:45 finish

Comprehensive training and development

Recommend a Friend bonus

Free on-site parking

Paid enhanced DBS

Beautiful countryside location

Growth within multi-disciplinary team

Job summary

St Elizabeth's Centre is seeking compassionate staff to support learners with complex learning needs in a school and care setting. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored activities and foster independence in a safe, inclusive environment.

No formal teaching qualifications are required; the right attitude, calm nature, and willingness to learn are valued. Experience in education or care is welcome but not essential, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Confident communicator with children who have learning disabilities.
• Good ICT and organisational skills are important in supporting learners.
• No formal education qualifications required; the right attitude and willingness to learn matter.
• Desirable experience in education or care is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups with learning, communication, and independence.
• Assist in delivering tailored lessons that meet individual needs and education plans.
• Promote a positive classroom environment that values diversity, respect, and wellbeing.
• Provide personal care and administer medication when needed (with full training).
• Be a proactive team member, contributing to a nurturing and developmental setting.

Skills

Communication skills

ICT skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Calm and patient

Willingness to learn

Job description

St Elizabeth's Centre is seeking compassionate staff to support learners with complex learning needs in a school and care setting. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored activities and foster independence in a safe, inclusive environment.

No formal teaching qualifications are required; the right attitude, calm nature, and willingness to learn are valued. Experience in education or care is welcome but not essential, with full training provided.