Teaching Assistant

Job description

Job Description

Teaching Assistant - Ware, Hertfordshire

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Teaching Assistant | Ware, Hertfordshire | Permanent | Term Time Only

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Academics is recruiting for a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Ware, Hertfordshire, supporting children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

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This Teaching Assistant role in Ware, Hertfordshire is ideal for individuals with a background in care, early years, support work, residential care, healthcare, or anyone looking to begin a rewarding career supporting pupils with complex learning needs. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

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Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Ware, Hertfordshire
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45am-3:45pm, with one day per week until 5:15pm (34 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Salary: £19,711 pro rata

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Support pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) on a 1:1 basis and in small classes

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• Help pupils develop communication, independence, and life skills throughout the school day

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• Support learning through engaging activities tailored to individual needs

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• Provide personal care and support with daily routines where required

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• Encourage positive behaviour, wellbeing, and social development

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• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and families to ensure pupils receive the best possible support

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Requirements:

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• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

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• A caring, patient, and positive attitude

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• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

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• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs

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• Experience in care, early years, support work, healthcare, or a similar role is welcomed

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Desirable:

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• Experience working with individuals with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Autism, or complex needs

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• Previous Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant experience

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• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, Childcare, or a relevant qualification

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• Safeguarding training

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This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant looking to transition from care or early years into education, or for someone seeking a highly rewarding role supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties in Ware, Hertfordshire. You'll receive ongoing training, work as part of a supportive team, and make a lasting difference to the lives of young people every day.

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Academics is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Watford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-08-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English