SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: 01/09/2025

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: £90-£100

Hours of Work: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Term Time Only)

At Teach Now, we are working closely with a forward-thinking and inclusive secondary school in Hertfordshire to recruit a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time, permanent role is a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs across Key Stages 3 to 5.

This school prides itself on being an inclusive and nurturing environment, where staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive. With modern facilities, a calm and positive culture, and strong leadership, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about SEND support and education.

About the School

This large and inclusive secondary school in Hertfordshire proudly serves a diverse community and has built a strong reputation for academic excellence and pastoral support. Rated “Good” by OFSTED, the school is especially recognised for its outstanding SEN provision. The learning environment is calm, supportive, and structured to help all students thrive. A dedicated onsite SEN base provides specialist resources and highly trained staff who work collaboratively to meet the individual needs of pupils. The school is easily accessible via public transport, and also offers onsite parking, making it a convenient workplace for staff commuting from across London and Hertfordshire.

The Role:

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting the academic and emotional development of students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) challenges. Your responsibilities will include working both one-on-one and in small groups to provide tailored support, adapting classroom activities to align with individual learning plans, and assisting pupils in both mainstream and specialised classroom settings. You’ll collaborate closely with SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals, helping to foster independence, build confidence, and encourage a love of learning in every student you support. Your presence will be a key part of the students’ academic and personal journey.

We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school or non-school setting)

• A patient, calm, and empathetic approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

• A desire to learn and grow with continuous professional development

• Desirable (but not essential):

• Knowledge of EHCPs, ASD strategies, or Team Teach

• A background in Psychology, Youth Work, or Health & Social Care

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate (£90–£100)

• Full-time, permanent role offering job security and career progression

• Ongoing CPD, training, and mentoring from a supportive leadership team

• A warm and welcoming school culture that values its support staff

• Opportunities to progress into HLTA roles or teacher training pathways

• Free onsite parking and excellent transport connections

Why work via Teach Now?

Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance