Sen Teaching Assistant

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary: £87–£105 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 (or ASAP)

Supply Desk is seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive specialist school in Watford. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and reach their full potential.

Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will provide both classroom and one-to-one support for pupils with a variety of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, Down syndrome, speech and language needs, severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and other complex needs. The role may include supporting pupils with personal care and mobility where required.

• Support pupils in the classroom on a one-to-one and small group basis.
• Assist pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASC, ADHD, Down syndrome, speech and language needs, SLD, PMLD, and other complex needs.
• Help implement individual learning plans and support pupils in achieving their EHCP targets.
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and confidence throughout the school day.
• Support positive behaviour and promote emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with personal care, toileting, hygiene, and mobility support where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and other professionals to provide the best outcomes for pupils.

• Previous experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs is desirable but not essential.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with a range of complex learning and communication needs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to provide personal care and mobility assistance where required.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

• Comprehensive safeguarding training.
• Weekly payments.
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants.
• A supportive team and environment.
• Excellently equipped facilities.
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD) and training.
• Refer a friend scheme.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a positive impact within a SEN setting, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV today to apply for this SEN Learning Support Assistant opportunity.

We offer a £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.