Job Description

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

WD6, Hertfordshire

Start Date:

9th July 2025

Contract:

Full-Time, Onsite, Contract, Term Time Only

Salary:

90-100 per day, aligned with Hertfordshire pay scale

Interview Date:

9th July 2025

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced

SEN Teaching Assistant

ready to step into a role where every day brings fresh challenges and rewarding outcomes? We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a

SEN Teaching Assistant

to join a well-regarded primary school in WD6 (Hertsmere Borough), Hertfordshire. This full-time, term-time-only contract offers a competitive daily rate of 90-100 and the chance to make a lasting impact on children with complex special educational needs.

This

SEN Teaching Assistant

role focuses on supporting two Year Three pupils within a dedicated base provision: one with global developmental delay and another with autism presenting significant behavioural challenges. As part of this role,

experience with Makaton is essential

, as you will use it daily to support pupils' communication needs and engagement in learning.

Key Responsibilities

As a

SEN Teaching Assistant

, you will:

Specialist Support:

Provide consistent, one-to-one and small-group assistance for two specific pupils, focusing on communication, behaviour, and engagement.

Makaton Expertise:

Employ your proven Makaton skills to communicate effectively with pupils who are non-verbal or have limited verbal ability, ensuring they can access learning and daily routines.

Behaviour Management:

Implement positive, structured behaviour strategies to manage challenging behaviours safely and proactively.

Complex Needs:

Deliver care tailored to pupils with complex physical or medical needs, including intimate care with the highest levels of professionalism and respect.

Base Provision Work:

Operate primarily in a specialist base unit, outside the mainstream classroom, to deliver focused interventions and personalised learning opportunities.

Collaboration:

Work alongside class teachers, senior leaders, and external specialists to follow and adapt individual education plans, ensuring each pupil progresses towards their personal targets.
About the School

Located in WD6, Hertfordshire, in the supportive Hertsmere Borough, this inclusive primary school champions high standards and individualised learning for children with a wide range of special educational needs.

Key features include:

Ofsted Rating:

Good - demonstrating a strong commitment to quality education and inclusive practice.

Facilities:

Modern classrooms, a dedicated base provision for complex needs, sensory-friendly learning spaces, and secure outdoor areas designed to support structured and therapeutic activities.

Ethos and Values:

Built on respect, inclusivity, and ambition for every child, ensuring all pupils receive the support they need to succeed.

Size and Structure:

Two-form entry primary with an experienced team of teaching assistants and senior leaders who prioritise SEN provision and staff development.
What We Are Looking For

To thrive as a

SEN Teaching Assistant

, you must have:

Essential Experience:

Proven, practical experience using Makaton to support children with communication difficulties.

Relevant SEN Experience:

Background working with children with autism, global developmental delay, or other complex needs.

Behaviour Management Skills:

Confidence in using positive, consistent strategies to manage challenging behaviour effectively.

Adaptability:

Flexibility to adjust approaches based on pupils' evolving needs and behaviours throughout the day.

Strong Communication:

Ability to communicate clearly with pupils, colleagues, and parents, both verbally and in writing.

Teamwork:

A collaborative mindset, working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for pupils.

Professionalism:

Unwavering commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and best practice at all times.

Qualifications:

While a relevant qualification such as CACHE Level Two is desirable, equivalent significant experience will be considered. Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one) is essential.
Why Join as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

Impactful Role:

Directly improve the lives of children with complex needs by using your Makaton expertise to open new channels of communication.

Term-Time Contract:

Enjoy a work pattern aligned with the school calendar, giving you a sustainable work-life balance.

Professional Development:

Opportunities to build on your existing SEN skills through training and experience in a supportive environment.

Supportive Team:

Join a community-focused school where your contributions are valued, and teamwork is at the heart of everything.

Daily Variety:

No two days are ever the same, ensuring your role as a

SEN Teaching Assistant

stays stimulating and fulfilling.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated

SEN Teaching Assistant

with experience using Makaton to join a vibrant, inclusive primary school. If you are passionate about making a tangible difference every day and are ready to apply your skills in a dynamic setting, we welcome your application.

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 qualifications 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.

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is dedicated 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 90.00-100.00 per day

Work Location: In person