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SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics
Hemel Hempstead · posted 21 August 2026
Salary
£21,000 – £23,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Category
Education
SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead Permanent | £21,000-£23,000 | 8:00am-4:30pm | Two Sites Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and looking for a rewarding permanent position within a specialist educational setting? Academics are recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead to join a well-established specialist setting working across two sites in the Hemel Hempstead area. This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, patient and enthusiastic individual who wants to make a genuine difference to children and young people with additional needs. You will work closely with teachers and experienced support staff to provide individualised support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence, independence and social skills. The setting supports pupils with a range of additional needs and provides a structured, nurturing and supportive learning environment. The Role As a SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead, your responsibilities will include: Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils Supporting pupils with their learning, communication and development Helping to manage behaviour and promote positive engagement Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils Working closely with teachers and the wider staff team Supporting pupils to develop independence and confidence Contributing to a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment Working across two sites in the Hemel Hempstead areaThe Ideal Candidate The successful SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead will ideally have: Previous experience working with children or young people Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable A patient, calm and nurturing approach Strong communication and interpersonal skills A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning The ability to work effectively as part of a team A willingness to learn and develop their SEN knowledge The flexibility to work across two sitesFull commitment to the working hours of 8:00am-4:30pm is essential. This is a permanent SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead position with a salary of £21,000-£23,000, offering excellent opportunities to build a long-term career within a specialist educational environment. Interviews are taking place next week, so early applications are strongly encouraged. If you are looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant - Hemel Hempstead opportunity and want to make a real difference to the lives of children with additional needs, apply today. Education and Training-Education and Training-Education and Training Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
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