Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September | Full-Time
Salary: £87 – £110 per day

Supply Desk is recruiting a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school in Hemel Hempstead. This rewarding opportunity involves providing tailored 1:1 support for a Key Stage 2 pupil with additional learning needs, helping them to thrive both academically and socially within a supportive mainstream environment.

The school is known for its welcoming atmosphere, strong pastoral care, and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued and included. Staff work collaboratively to provide high-quality support, creating an engaging learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience, and independence. With a supportive leadership team and excellent SEN provision, this is an ideal setting for someone looking to make a meaningful difference in a child's educational journey.

Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider inclusion team, you will provide personalised support that enables the pupil to fully participate in classroom activities while developing key learning, communication, and social skills.

• Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the individual needs of a Key Stage 2 pupil throughout the school day
• Adapt classroom tasks and learning resources to help the pupil access the curriculum successfully
• Implement strategies that support concentration, organisation, and emotional wellbeing
• Encourage participation in classroom discussions, group work, and wider school activities
• Help develop the pupil's confidence, independence, and positive relationships with peers
• Liaise with teaching staff and the SENCO to review progress and contribute to individual support plans
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment where the pupil feels safe, motivated, and supported

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, care, or support setting
• Previous experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) or additional learning needs is desirable but not essential
• Patient, adaptable, and committed to helping every child reach their potential
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new strategies to support individual needs

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Free Safeguarding Training
• Access to Ongoing CPD and Professional Development
• Dedicated Local Consultant to support your placement
• Opportunities for Long-Term and Permanent Roles
• £100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can have a lasting impact on a child's education and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment procedures in line with safeguarding guidelines.