Teaching Assistant

Academics; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant in Hatfield to join their welcoming and inclusive provision. In this role, you will provide emotional support, implement strategies for learning challenges, and collaborate with teachers and therapists to create a positive environment. Ideal candidates should have a strong interest or background in psychology or youth work. This full-time position offers a weekly pay ranging from £460 to £500 and an opportunity to further develop your career in the education sector.

Benefits

Hands-on experience within education

Pathway into teaching or therapeutic careers

Supportive SEN team environment

Qualifications

• Background or strong interest in psychology, SEMH, youth work, or mental health.
• Passionate about inclusion, wellbeing, and education.
• Able to commute to Hatfield.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent emotional support and guidance to pupils.
• Support the development of confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Implement strategies to address learning, social, and behavioural challenges.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Job description

Academics is recruiting a compassionate and motivated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive SEN provision in Hatfield. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or further develop a career within education and training.

SEN Teaching Assistant - Hatfield

Pay: £460-£500 per week

Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm

Key Responsibilities of a SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Provide consistent emotional support and guidance to pupils
• Support the development of confidence, resilience, and independence
• Implement strategies to address learning, social, and behavioural challenges

The Ideal Candidate

• Has a background or strong interest in psychology, SEMH, youth work, or mental health
• Is passionate about inclusion, wellbeing, and education
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience, and strong communication skills
• Is able to commute to Hatfield

In this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will support pupils with additional needs to fully engage in learning, build confidence, and achieve both academic and emotional success. Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and supportive learning environment.

Why Join This Role?

• Gain hands‑on experience within education and training
• Build a clear pathway into teaching, psychology, youth work, or therapeutic careers
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking SEN team in Hatfield

Whether you're a graduate or an experienced SEMH practitioner in Hatfield or the surrounding area, this SEN Teaching Assistant role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference.

Apply today and take the next step in your education and training sector career!