SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Watford
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

About the role/school

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming community primary school in Watford. This SEN Teaching Assistant role is full-time and available to start ASAP, offering an excellent opportunity to support pupils with additional needs in a nurturing environment.

The school is a mixed community primary located on Derby Road in Watford, serving children from early years through to age 11, with both breakfast and after-school club provision. Set within a long-established Victorian building in an urban area, the school reflects a culturally diverse cohort with many languages spoken. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support the delivery of a broad curriculum within the local authority’s education system, with admissions managed by Hertfordshire County Council. A recent regulatory inspection highlighted strengths in pupils’ personal development alongside areas for development, making this an exciting time for a proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join the team.

Job Responsibilities

Provide targeted support to pupils with SEN as an SEN Teaching Assistant

Work one-to-one or in small groups to support learning and emotional development

Assist the class teacher with adapting activities and resources

Promote inclusion and positive behaviour throughout the school day

Support pupils’ personal, social, and academic progress as a committed SEN Teaching Assistant

Qualifications/Experience

Previous experience working as an SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar support role

Experience supporting children with additional or special educational needs

A patient, caring, and adaptable approach

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service

Right to work in the UK

Next steps

If this SEN Teaching Assistant position sounds of interest, or you would like to find out more information, please contact Ryan at Teach Plus.
Alternatively, please click ‘apply’ and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Teach Plus is a 5-star, Google-rated, London-based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role; our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest. We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.

With over 17 years’ experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London. We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions within education, as well as a high volume of daily supply work.

Apply today to take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant.