At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with severe learning needs and help them communicate and engage.
- Company: Exceptional specialist SEN school in Hertfordshire with a nurturing environment.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, free on-site parking, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy a rewarding career that truly matters.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and celebrate their milestones.
- Qualifications: Compassionate, resilient, and eager to learn; psychology graduates encouraged.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
SEN Teaching Assistant
September Start | Hertfordshire | £95 - £108 per day | Full-Time | Temp to Perm Opportunity
Not every SEN Teaching Assistant role is the same. Some schools ask you to support learning. This school asks you to help a child communicate for the first time, to build confidence in a young person who struggles to engage with the world around them, and to celebrate milestones that many people take for granted.
We are working with an exceptional specialist SEN school in Hertfordshire that supports children and young people aged 3-19 with severe and complex learning difficulties. The school has built a reputation for creating a safe, nurturing and ambitious environment where every pupil is known as an individual and supported to reach their full potential.
Why Staff Love Working Here
- This isn’t a school where Teaching Assistants are left to figure things out alone.
- You’ll be joining a large, experienced team that includes behaviour specialists, family support professionals, moving and handling specialists, therapists and dedicated SEN practitioners who work together every day to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils.
- The school also benefits from:
- Small class sizes
- Exceptional staffing levels
- Sensory learning environments
- Hydrotherapy facilities
- Specialist behaviour support
- A strong focus on life skills and independence
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Genuine temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidates
The Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will become a key part of a classroom team supporting pupils with severe and complex learning needs. You will:
- Support pupils throughout their learning and daily routines
- Build positive relationships based on trust and consistency
- Support communication, engagement and independence
- Assist with sensory and practical learning activities
- Work closely with teachers and specialist support teams
- Provide personal care when required
- Help pupils achieve meaningful educational and personal goals
Psychology Graduates Encouraged
This role is particularly well suited to:
- Psychology Graduates
- Criminology Graduates
- Health & Social Care Graduates
- Aspiring Educational Psychologists
- Aspiring Speech & Language Therapists
- Aspiring Occupational Therapists
- Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants
- Support Workers and Care Workers
No two days are the same, but every day is rewarding.
What We’re Looking For
We’re not necessarily looking for the most experienced person. We’re looking for somebody who is:
- Compassionate
- Resilient
- Patient
- Reliable
- Eager to learn
- Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
Salary & Benefits
- £95 - £108 per day
- Full-time role
- September start
- Potential temp-to-perm opportunity
- Free on-site parking
- Specialist SEN training
- Supportive leadership and experienced staff teams
A Career That Matters
The best SEN Teaching Assistants don’t just support learning. They build confidence, encourage independence, reduce anxiety, celebrate progress and help pupils achieve things they never thought possible. If you’re looking for a role with purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for September.
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Sen Teaching Assistant in Hertford employer: Educo Recruitment
Join an exceptional specialist SEN school in Hertfordshire, where you will be part of a dedicated team that prioritises the individual needs of each pupil. With small class sizes, exceptional staffing levels, and a strong focus on professional development, this is an environment where your contributions truly matter. Enjoy a rewarding career supporting children with complex learning difficulties, while benefiting from free on-site parking and comprehensive training opportunities.
