SEN Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Hertford, Hertfordshire

Do you have a calm, caring approach and a genuine interest in supporting young people through their early secondary years? Tradewind Recruitment is working with a well-established and highly regarded SEN school in Hertford, Hertfordshire, to find dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their team.

This school supports pupils aged 9-14 with mild SEN needs, including those moving up from primary school this year. If you're patient, nurturing, and able to help students feel secure as they adjust to this new stage, we'd like to hear from you.

About the Role

Working as a Teaching Assistant through Tradewind, you'll help pupils build confidence and reach their potential. The role involves one-to-one and small-group support, putting behaviour strategies into practice, and helping create a positive, inclusive classroom environment. We have ongoing, temporary to permanent posts starting ASAP as well as from January.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting students with ASD or behavioural needs, both in lessons and during other activities
• Helping deliver individual learning and behaviour plans
• Encouraging emotional regulation, self-confidence, and independence
• Working alongside teachers and colleagues to support inclusive learning

What We're Looking For

• Some background supporting children or young people with additional needs, whether through work or personal experience
• A patient, understanding, and resilient mindset
• A genuine commitment to helping pupils succeed
• A current DBS check, or willingness to apply for one via Tradewind

What You Can Expect

• Day rates of £95-£115, depending on experience
• Consistent placements across a range of classes
• Access to CPD courses and career development support
• Guidance from a dedicated local education consultant

To find out more about this opportunity, get in touch with Sam in the St Albans office on [phone removed] or email your CV to [email removed] the Tradewind St Albans Secondary team.

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