Job Description

Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant - Base Unit (Year 3)

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire

Start Date:

September 2025

Salary:

95-100 per day

Contract:

Full-Time, Term-Time Only

An inclusive and supportive primary school in Watford is seeking experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants to join their specialist base unit from September. This is a full-time role, ideal for candidates passionate about working with children with complex needs in a nurturing, structured environment.

The Setting

You will be based primarily in a specialist

Year 3 base provision

that supports two children with significant needs:

One pupil with

Global Developmental Delay

, requiring close learning support and assistance with physical or personal care. One pupil with

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

, who can exhibit

challenging behaviour

and requires a calm, consistent approach.
The day will be a mix of 1:1 and small group work in the base unit, with occasional integration into the mainstream classroom alongside support staff.

Key Responsibilities

Provide tailored support to meet individual Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) Assist with personal care and intimate care routines as required Support emotional regulation and behaviour using consistent, positive strategies Implement structured sessions including visual timetables, Makaton, and sensory or communication interventions Facilitate activities such as

Bucket Time

, sensory breaks, and other therapeutic programmes Work collaboratively with SENCOs, therapists, and class teachers
Ideal Candidate

Experienced in supporting children with

ASD

,

GDD

, and complex additional needs Familiarity with strategies such as

Makaton

,

PECS

,

TEACCH

,

Bucket Time

, or other communication and regulation techniques Skilled in de-escalation and supporting behaviour with sensitivity and calmness Confident in managing physical and emotional demands Able to work as part of a team in a dynamic, sometimes high-pressure environment
Why Join This School?

Well-established base provision with supportive leadership Ongoing professional development and training in SEN practices Collaborative, experienced staff team A meaningful opportunity to

make a daily difference

in a child's progress and wellbeing
If you are a committed and experienced SEN practitioner ready for a challenging yet highly rewarding role, apply now to be considered for this September start.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Rosanne@Teach-now.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 95.00-100.00 per day

Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant - Base Unit (Year 3)