SEND Teaching Assistant - Royston

Ackerman Pierce Education; Royston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Curriculum platform access

Baseline toolkit

Training sessions

CPD opportunities

Education platform access

Direct impact

Education Coordinator

Fast onboarding

Ongoing placements

Job summary

AP Education in Royston is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to provide face-to-face 2:1 support for learners with SEND/SEMH from Early Years through KS4, during term-time only. You will help prepare learning materials for core subjects, assist with positive behaviour management, and support the writing of progress reports while liaising with external professionals when needed.

HLTA certification or two years of relevant UK experience are welcomed; enjoy weekly pay and access to training,

Qualifications

• Must have SEND/SEM“H” experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Compassionate and dependable

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face 2:1 support with students from Early Years to KS4
• Assist in preparing materials for Maths, English and Science
• Implement behaviour management using positive strategies
• Provide progress reports and liaise with SALT, OT or Social Workers when needed
• Manage daily attendance reporting via attendance software
• Support learners transitioning to mainstream or specialist settings

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant - Royston
Location: SG8 7
Hourly Rate: £20-£25
Flexible Hours:10 to 30 per week Term-time only
Make a difference where it matters most.
AP Education is pleased to collaborate with local authorities in delivering customised 2:1 Alternative Provision for children and young people who are unable to access a mainstream education setting. We seek dedicated SEND/SEMH Tutors, SEND/SEMH Teachers, and HLTAs in Royston and the surrounding regions.
You will be supporting learners with a range of complex needs, including but not limited to:

• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• Autism
• EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
• SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulties)
• MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties)

Key Responsibilities

You’ll provide face-to-face 2:1 support, working alongside a Tutor with students from Early Years to KS4. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist preparing learning materials for the core subjects (Maths, English, Science) or SEND-specific
• Implement effective behaviour management using positive strategies and patience.
• Provide a therapeutic and adaptable approach to education, ensuring each learner's individual needs are met.
• Assist the Tutor to write detailed daily/weekly progress reports and, where necessary, liaise with external professionals such as SALT, OT, or Social Workers to facilitate a collaborative, multi-agency approach.
• Manage daily attendance reporting via our attendance software.
• Assist learners in transitioning to mainstream or specialist education settings as appropriate.

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience supporting children with SEND/SEMH requirements.
• Background in education, youth work, or therapeutic settings.
• HLTA certification preferred; however, applicants with a minimum of two years' relevant UK experience without qualifications are welcome.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Compassionate, dependable, and initiative-taking mindset.

Why AP Education?

• Guaranteed weekly pay.
• Access to tailored curriculum platforms designed for flexibility, accessibility, and personalised learning support.
• Comprehensive Baseline toolkit with downloadable resources and training videos.
• Training sessions led by our Head of Education.
• Regular CPD opportunities, including workshops on trauma-informed practice, to ensure ongoing professional growth.
• Use of our bespoke tutor platform, featuring a wide array of trainings and resources to enhance your support for learners.
• Opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact on individual students without managing large classroom groups.
• DedicatedEducation Coordinator to assist throughout your placement.
• Streamlined compliance process for quick onboarding.
• Ongoing access to new placements, with consistent referrals from our local authority partners ensuring continuity of employment.

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you're passionate about helping young people thrive and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment - we'd love to hear from you.

AP Education is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, or sexuality.