SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Start or Develop Your Career in Specialist Education and Training

Location: Hemel Hempstead
Pay: £95-£100 per day
Sector: Education and Training

Looking to build a rewarding career in education as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow and overcome challenges? Do you have experience supporting children with additional needs and want to develop your skills within a specialist setting?

Academics is recruiting an enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist provision in Hemel Hempstead, supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD and complex learning, communication and sensory needs.

This is an opportunity to gain valuable practical experience, develop your understanding of specialist education and build a foundation for future career progression.

What Will You Be Doing as a SEN Teaching Assistant?

Delivering tailored 1:1 and small-group support.

Helping pupils access learning and develop essential life skills.

Supporting communication, emotional regulation and sensory needs.

Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and confidence.

Following individual learning and support strategies.

Working alongside teachers and specialist professionals.

Contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.

An interest in Autism, ADHD and specialist education.

Patience, resilience and a nurturing attitude.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

A willingness to learn and develop professionally.

Where This Role in Hemel Hempstead Could Take You?

Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant can help you explore future pathways in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, pastoral support and other specialist services in the education and training sector.

Whether you're considering teacher training or looking to build a long-term career supporting children with additional needs, this role in Hemel Hempstead offers a valuable opportunity to develop your practical experi...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hemel Hempstead

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-10-2026

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