SEND Teaching Assistant

Envision Education; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PAYE

Permanent potential

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Envision Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Welwyn Garden City. This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm, with a September 2026 start date.

You will support pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development, working closely with teachers to create a safe, engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will have UK classroom experience, strong communication skills, and a proactive, reliable attitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months UK experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, tutoring, sports coaching, youth work, or similar setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and reliable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually, in small groups, and within the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Support children with a range of learning abilities and additional needs where required.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies at all times.

Skills

UK classroom experience

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Envision Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Welwyn Garden City. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm, with September 2026 starts available.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and making a positive impact in the classroom. You will work closely with teachers to support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development, helping to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually, in small groups, and within the classroom.
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage pupils' confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
• Support children with a range of learning abilities and additional needs where required.
• Help prepare classroom resources and learning materials.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding, behaviour, and school policies at all times.

Days and Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am - 4:00pm
• Full-time

Experience, Training and Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 months' UK experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, tutoring, sports coaching, youth work, or similar setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and reliable approach.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Why Envision Education?

• Competitive PAYE pay with no umbrella company deductions.
• Long-term, full-time opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.
• Supportive leadership team and welcoming school environment.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Envision Education consultant.
• September 2026 start available.