Join a Specialist SEND Team in St Albans, Hertfordshire!
We are Looking for Specialist SEN Teaching Assistants!
Set within five beautiful acres in St Albans, Hertfordshire, our school supports students aged 5–16 with Communication and Interaction Difficulties. Many pupils present with Autism traits (diagnosis not essential) and have full Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Learners work towards mainstream milestones such as SATs and GCSEs, supported by a passionate and dedicated staff team.
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We’re Looking For:
* A Specialist Teaching Assistant with proven experience supporting children and young people in SEND school settings.
* Confident working 1:1 and in small groups, particularly with pupils who have Autism, communication challenges, or Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
* Calm, patient, and adaptable — able to build trust and promote positive behaviour.
* A genuine passion for helping students reach their potential.
* Full-time availability and readiness to commit long-term.
Bonus Skills (Desirable but not essential):
* Training or experience in Makaton, PECS, Team Teach, or Safeguarding.
* Knowledge of Autism strategies and communication support approaches.
* A Full UK Driving Licence (helpful for accessing the school, but not essential).
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Key Information:
* No formal qualifications are required; extensive, relevant experience in a SEND setting is valued most highly.
* Enhanced DBS (Child Workforce Only) – ideally registered on the Update Service (essential for the role).
* Right to work in the UK.
* Overseas Police Check if you’ve lived abroad for 6+ months in the last 5 years.
* Up-to-date CV with clear evidence of SEND experience.
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Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team that makes a real difference every day. Our school offers a spacious, nurturing environment where both pupils and staff are valued, encouraged, and inspired.
If you’re an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with a passion for helping young people thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply or for further details, please email your CV to [Your Email Address].
Apply now and start your next rewarding chapter!
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’—this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.