SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism & ADHD Support

Envision Education; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD courses worth £144.50

Job summary

Envision Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in Hemel Hempstead for an immediate start. You will support children with SEND, including autism and ADHD, work closely with the class teacher, and provide 1:1 and small group support to help pupils thrive academically and socially.

The ideal candidate has UK experience in schools, strong teamwork, and a calm, patient approach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in UK schools is essential.
• Experience with SEND, autism or ADHD is desirable.
• DBS check (Enhanced DBS) or willingness to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, and speech/ language needs.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver engaging, inclusive lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support with activities tailored to learning needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development during learning and play.
• Help maintain a safe, positive learning environment where every child can progress.

Skills

UK classroom experience

SEND support

1:1 support

Teamwork

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start!
Location: Hemel Hempstead

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential and support them in daily activities at school? Do you have experience working with children and want to make a real difference every day?

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, ambitious, and inclusive school in Hemel Hempstead for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is an amazing opportunity for a patient, caring, and enthusiastic individual who will be helping children thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

• Support pupils with a range of SEND, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, and speech and language needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging, inclusive, and accessible lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and/or small group support, adapting daily activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Encourage pupils' independence, confidence, and social development during learning sessions, therapies, and playtimes.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment where every child can progress and succeed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience working with children in the UK is essential; experience supporting children with SEND, Autism, ADHD, or other additional needs is desirable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A calm, patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

If you're a dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Hemel Hempstead, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.

We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.

• Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work.

You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.