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.

• 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

• 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

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.

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