SEND Teaching Assistant

Envision-Education-2; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking a dedicated SEND Learning Assistant to join a welcoming school in Watford this September. You will support pupils with their learning, assist in therapy sessions where needed, and help create a safe, inclusive classroom environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers, safeguarding, and promoting pupils' social, emotional, and academic development in a busy mainstream setting. UK DBS or willingness to apply is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK educational setting.
• Positive attitude in a busy, rewarding environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues.
• Confident and professional communication with staff, pupils and parents.
• Passionate about supporting children with SEND.
• Patient, kind and caring, placing children at the centre of everything they do.
• Holds a Child Only DBS registered on the Update Service or is willing to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning, lunchtimes and playtimes.
• Work with the class teacher to prepare engaging, safe, and inclusive learning activities.
• Help create a positive, nurturing environment where pupils can develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
• Accompany pupils during therapy sessions and enable them to participate in lessons within mainstream classrooms.
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.
• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child.

Skills

UK education setting experience

Team player

Confident communicator

Passionate about SEND

Patience and empathy

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant (HK - HS 3007) Watford, England

September Start | Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 4:00pm

An exciting opportunity has become available for a SEND Learning Assistant to join a popular and thriving school community this September. The school proudly serves a vibrant, diverse, and multi-ethnic community and is committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate, and proactive individual who is eager to develop their knowledge and experience of supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The Role

As a SEND Learning Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with their learning, lunchtime routines, and playtimes.


• Work alongside the class teacher to prepare engaging, safe, and inclusive learning activities.


• Help create a positive, nurturing environment where pupils can develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.


• Accompany pupils during therapy sessions and enable them to participate fully in lessons within mainstream classrooms.


• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.


• Follow safeguarding and school policies at all times to help ensure the safety and wellbeing of every child.

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Has previous experience working within a UK educational setting.


• Has a positive attitude and enjoys working in a busy, rewarding environment.


• Works well as part of a team and values supporting colleagues.


• Communicates confidently and professionally with staff, pupils, and parents.


• Is passionate about supporting children with a range of special educational needs.


• Is patient, kind, caring, and always puts children at the centre of everything they do.


• Holds a Child Only DBS registered on the Update Service, or is willing to apply for one.

Previous SEND experience is desirable but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates who are enthusiastic, willing to learn, and committed to making a positive difference.

Pay: Competitive and dependent on qualifications, experience, and skills.

Safeguarding Statement

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where appropriate.

We are an equal opportunities employer and celebrate diversity. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Applicants must be UK residents or hold the appropriate visa permitting them to work in the UK.