Full job descriptionTeaching Assistants Wanted – SEN / SLD School

Location: Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire
Start Date: Immediate / January 2027
Contract: Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and motivated Teaching Assistants to join a fantastic specialist SEN school in Stanstead Abbotts, supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).
This is an amazing opportunity to become part of a supportive and welcoming school environment where every day brings the chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives.
Whether you already have experience working in SEN or are looking to take your first steps into specialist education, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils with their learning, development and everyday experiences.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and additional needs.
*Providing one-to-one and small-group classroom support.
*Helping pupils develop communication, independence and essential life skills.
*Supporting personal care where required.
*Creating a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
*Working closely with teachers and other support staff to meet individual pupil needs.
*Celebrating pupil achievements, no matter how big or small!
What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for people who are:
*Patient, caring and compassionate.
*Enthusiastic about working with children and young people with additional needs.
*Reliable, proactive and willing to get stuck in.
*Confident building positive relationships with pupils.
*Passionate about helping others develop and achieve their potential.
Previous experience within SEN, SLD, PMLD, Autism or complex needs settings would be advantageous, but attitude, personality and a genuine passion for supporting young people are just as important.
What’s in It for You?*The opportunity to join an amazing specialist school.
*Fantastic progression and career development opportunities.
*Ongoing training and professional development.
*A supportive team environment.
*The chance to build a long-term career within SEN education.
*A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a difference every single day.
Interested?

If you’re looking for more than just another job and want to build a rewarding career supporting young people with additional needs, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Get in touch today to find out more and take the next step in your SEN career!
Apply now – we’d love to hear from you!