SEND Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Shepreth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspiring Psychology graduates are invited to apply for a SEN Teaching Assistant role in Royston / Meldreth, Hertfordshire. This is a full-time position, supporting children aged 6-19 with Autism, ADHD and SEMH in a specialist school alongside teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals.

The role offers funded training, ongoing professional development and a clear pathway into postgraduate study or related clinical fields.

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Encourage communication, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Provide personal care where required.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

All applicants must have right to work in the UK without any restrictions and reside in the UK full-time.

Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Royston / Meldreth, Hertfordshire

Salary: £22,996-£25,068 per annum (actual salary, depending on experience)

Hours: Full Time | Term Time Only | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:30pm (40 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Kickstart Your Career in Psychology

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career in Clinical or Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Teaching or Social Care?

This is more than a Teaching Assistant role. You'll work within a specialist school alongside experienced teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals, supporting children and young people aged 6-19 with Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs and SEMH.

The Role

• Support students in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Encourage communication, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Provide personal care where required.

We're Looking For

We're looking for graduates who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Considering a career in psychology, therapy, education or mental health.
• Patient, resilient and eager to learn.
• Strong communicators who work well as part of a team.

Essential: GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).

What You’ll Gain

• Fully funded training and recognised qualifications.
• Hands-on experience alongside specialist teachers and therapists.
• Excellent preparation for postgraduate study and future careers.
• Ongoing professional development and permanent opportunities.

If you're looking for a rewarding graduate role where you can build your experience while making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks