SEND Teaching Assistant - Immediate Start

Envision Education; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive school community

Job summary

Envision Education in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEND, including Autism, ADHD and speech and language needs, within an inclusive school.

You will work 1:1 or in small groups, support daily activities, and help pupils develop academic and social skills while maintaining a safe, stimulating learning environment. DBS Update Service preferred, and UK residency or visa is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A calm, patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs.
• Work with the class teacher to deliver inclusive lessons.
• Provide 1:1 and/or small group support, adapting activities to learning needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development during learning sessions, therapies, and playtimes.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm and patient

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead - Immediate Start!

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

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (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.

Why Apply?

• Become a team member of a supportive and inclusive school community.
• Gain valuable experience working with children with diverse learning needs.
• Make a real difference to pupils' education, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Have ongoing support and opportunities for professional development.

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.

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