SEND Teaching Assistant
Teach Now
SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary School
Location: Hertfordshire
Pay: £101.50–£105 per day
Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start date: 21 September 2026
Teach Now is recruiting an experienced, caring SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, inclusive primary school in Hertfordshire.
Working across Early Years, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, you will support pupils with autism (ASC), social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), communication difficulties and associated learning needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to build trusting relationships and help children develop confidence and independence.
About the school
This diverse community primary school provides a nurturing environment where every child feels valued. You will join a collaborative team, working closely with class teachers, the SENCo and external specialists to deliver personalised support.
Your responsibilities
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support, adapting activities to pupils needs.
• Follow EHCPs, individual support plans and behaviour strategies.
• Support emotional regulation, communication, sensory needs and social skills.
• Use visual timetables, now-and-next boards and other personalised resources.
• Help pupils manage transitions and less structured times, including breaktimes.
• Monitor progress and share observations with teachers and the SENCo.
What were looking for
• Experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND, particularly autism, SEMH or complex needs.
• A calm, patient and consistent approach to behaviour and emotional support.
• Strong communication skills and the flexibility to work across year groups.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification is desirable.
What this role offers
• A supportive leadership team and close guidance from the SENCo.
• A long-term opportunity to build relationships and see pupils progress.
• Professional development in autism, SEMH and communication strategies.
• Varied experience across the primary age range within a caring school community.
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent refer a friend scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: 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 qualification 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. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed 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.
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