Details:
- Salary: £85 - 115 - Day
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Tring
- Date: 6 hours ago
Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant – Tring
Location: Tring, Hertfordshire
Start Date: September
Contract Type: Full-time
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience
Supply Desk are seeking a professional, compassionate, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive SEN school in the Tring area, starting this September.
This full-time role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and is committed to creating a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will be patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic, with a genuine desire to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
You will work closely with teachers and other support staff to provide tailored assistance to pupils, helping them engage with learning and develop their confidence, independence, and social skills. The role may involve supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or within small groups, adapting activities to meet individual needs, and providing encouragement throughout the school day.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive SEN school where staff wellbeing and professional development are valued. Whether you have previous SEN experience or are looking to develop your career within special education, you will be encouraged to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.
Responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs
Assist teachers with delivering engaging and accessible learning activities
Support pupils with their academic, social, emotional, and behavioural development
Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment
Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence, and life skills
Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs
Support positive behaviour and engagement throughout the school day
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff, and other professionals to support individual pupils
Requirements
Previous experience working with children or young people
Experience supporting pupils with SEN is desirable
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
A positive and inclusive attitude
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding procedures
What We Offer
Comprehensive safeguarding training
Weekly payments
Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
A supportive team and working environment
Excellent facilities
Opportunities for continued professional development, including CPD and training
Access to a wide range of SEN and education opportunities
Refer a Friend scheme
This role is suitable for candidates with relevant SEN, care, support, or education experience, as well as those looking to develop their career within special education.
If you are a caring, patient, and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Tring, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered!
We offer a £100 referral fee for 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