We are looking to appoint a dynamic and adaptable Teaching Assistant at our KS3 Centre in Hertford, that has a confident understanding and experience of SEN / SEMH pupils. This role is ideal for dedicated professionals who have a passion for supporting young people who face challenges in mainstream education. Although supporting our young people can be challenging, the rewards are immense as we see them develop and succeed in reaching their full potential, gaining educational outcomes and returning to mainstream wherever possible. The work can be demanding at times but there is a high staff to pupil ratio - classes are small (max of 5 pupils) and always with TA support. We offer a supportive management team and the opportunity to effect real change and witness rapid progress is significant. Rivers ESC works with a varied cohort of pupils including children classed as missing education, permanently excluded from mainstream schools, and many of the pupils have social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD). Applicants should have previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Worker in a secondary education setting. The salary is £26,409.00 - £28,624.00 Annually (FTE) Actual pro rota salary based on Term Time Only working (39 weeks) is H5 RANGE: H5.9 £22,589 to H5.14 £24,483. Dependant on experience.