Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Markyate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant to support students in St Albans and surrounding areas. Working hours are roughly 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, term-time only, with the role focused on mentoring and daily support for pupils needing extra help to thrive.

No prior teaching experience is required; a genuine heart for helping children and transferable people skills are the key qualifications for this role. DBS and right-to-work in the UK availability are preferred.

Qualifications

• No formal teaching background required; suitable for compassionate people.
• Transferable skills from care, retail, or coaching are valuable.
• A genuine ability to connect with children and support their learning.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN students in classrooms and during activities.
• Assist teachers with daily routines and behaviour guidance.

Skills

People person

Empathy

Transferable skills

Connection with students

Job description

Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant St Albans & Surrounding Areas

Hours: Approx. 8:30 AM 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday Term Time Only)

Location: St Albans and surrounding local villages

No Experience? No Problem. Your Personality is Your Best Qualification!

Are you looking for a career that actually matters? Do you have a big heart, plenty of patience, and a natural gift for connecting with people?

If you re tired of the retail or hospitality grind, or simply want a role that leaves you feeling proud at the end of the day, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for fresh, enthusiastic talent to join our partner schools across Kettering and the surrounding villages for the new academic year starting this September. As an SEN (Special Educational Needs) Teaching Assistant, you won t just be staff you ll be a mentor, a cheerleader, and a daily support system for students who need that extra bit of help to thrive.

Why You re Already Qualified

You don't need a background in education to make a massive impact. We are looking for genuine "people person" If you have transferable skills from any of these areas, you already have the magic ingredients we need:

• Care & Support Work: You understand empathy and know how to put others first.
• Retail or Hospitality: You are excellent with people, adaptable, and stay calm under pressure.
• Coaching, Youth Work, or Parenting: You know how to engage, lead, and inspire young minds.
• Creative Arts or Sports: You are energetic, hands-on, and love finding fun ways to connect.

Why This is the Best Move You ll Make This September

• The Perfect Work-Life Balance: No weekends, no late nights, and no bank holidays. Work school hours and get your evenings and weekends back!
• Fast-Track Career Growth: Start on a flexible contract with the opportunity to transition into a permanent school contract quickly.
• Keep it Local: Cut down your commute. We have roles right in the heart of Kettering as well as neighbouring local villages.

What We Need From You:

• A genuine heart for helping children thrive, a warm personality, and a "can-do" attitude.
• A valid Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness to let us help you get one ).
• Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Recent arrivals will require an overseas police check from their previous country of residence.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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