SEND Teaching Assistant

Teach Now Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now Limited is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a diverse primary school in Hertfordshire. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, working closely with class teachers, the SENCo and external specialists to deliver personalised help to pupils with SEND.

You will support emotional regulation, communication and social skills, follow EHCPs, and use visual timetables and other resources. A calm, patient approach and safeguarding commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary children with SEND, especially autism, SEMH or complex needs.
• Calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional support.
• Strong communication skills and flexibility to work across year groups.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support, adapting activities to pupils needs.
• Follow EHCPs, individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs and social skills.
• Use visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other personalised resources.
• Help pupils manage transitions and less structured times, including breaktimes.
• Monitor progress and share observations with teachers and the SENCo.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Strong communication

Flexibility across year groups

Safeguarding commitment

Patience

Education

Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary School Location: Hertfordshire Pay: £101.50–£105 per day Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start date: 21 September 2026

About the school

This diverse community primary school provides a nurturing environment where every child feels valued. You will join a collaborative team, working closely with class teachers, the SENCo and external specialists to deliver personalised support.

Your responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support, adapting activities to pupils needs.
• Follow EHCPs, individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs and social skills.
• Use visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other personalised resources.
• Help pupils manage transitions and less structured times, including breaktimes.
• Monitor progress and share observations with teachers and the SENCo.

What were looking for

• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND, particularly autism, SEMH or complex needs.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional support.
• Strong communication skills and the flexibility to work across year groups.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification is desirable.

What this role offers

• A supportive leadership team and close guidance from the SENCo.
• A long-term opportunity to build relationships and see pupils progress.
• Professional development in autism, SEMH and communication strategies.
• Varied experience across the primary age range within a caring school community.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures. We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.