SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant for KS2 | Watford, Hertfordshire | September 2024 Start

£13.50 per hour, paid weekly08:30-15:30 Temporary role, full-time from September 2024Experience working with challenging behaviour desired but not essentialAn exciting opportunity awaits for a compassionate and dedicated individual to join one of our partnership schools in Watford as a SEN Teaching Assistant (TA). You'll be providing essential support to a Key Stage 2 student who occasionally exhibits challenging behaviour and has some social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. This role offers flexibility in hours for the right candidate and is temporary, but may become permanent from September 2025. There may also be other children who you temporarily support on a 1:1 basis, ensuring that they are safe and their needs are met.

If you're passionate about making a positive impact and helping children overcome obstacles, we encourage you to apply!

Responsibilities of your SEN TA role:

• Provide personalised support to the designated student throughout the school day
• Assist with academic tasks and activities tailored to the individual needs of the child
• Create a supportive and nurturing learning environment to promote the student's well-being
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to implement behaviour management strategies and individualised education plans (IEPs)
• Gain understanding of SEMH needs and utilise provided strategies to support the student effectively
• Maintain open communication with parents, offering updates on the student's progress and addressing concerns as they arise

Requirements of your SEN TA role:

• Previous childcare experience - essential
• Experience working with children displaying challenging behaviour - preferred
• Excellent communication skills to build positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children facing diverse learning challenges

Benefits of working with Randstad:

• Flexibility in working hours (08:30-15:30), with potential adjustments available
• Work term-time only
• Competitive hourly rate of £13.50, with regular pay reviews
• Full-time contract until July 2024, with potential for permanent placement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment within a reputable school community
• FREE professional development to enhance skills in special education

If you're enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference in the life of a KS2 student and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to or apply today!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age