SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Berkhamsted)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Berkhamsted

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

13.00 - 15.00 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

Randstad is working with a school in the Berkhamsted area of Hertfordshire to recruit a skilled and passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team. The school serves a multi-ethnic community and has a positive and welcoming environment which was rated 'Good' by Ofsted during its last inspection. The school is easily accessible by public transport and has on site parking. The staff value each child's experience and background and aim to work in partnership with parents and carers to develop every child's ability to their maximum potential. All the pupils who attend the school will have an Educational Health Care (EHC) plan, many of the pupils have complex needs in addition to autism, many have severe learning difficulties (SLD). Pupils may also have social, emotional and mental health difficulties, sensory/physical needs or specific learning difficulties.

Job Responsibility:

Provide individual and group support to students with special educational needs
Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons
Implement behaviour management strategies and support the development of positive behaviour
Create and maintain a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students
Work collaboratively with other members of the school's support team
Contribute to the development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Maintain accurate records of student progress and behaviour
Attend relevant training and professional development opportunities

Requirements:

Enhanced child DBS on the update service or willingness to get one
Experience working with children or young people with additional care needs
2 recent professional references
Experience with behaviours that are challenging
A calm & caring personality
A strong and resilient personality and be committed to pupils development
Reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills
Team Teach trained - or willing to attend training
Minimum 6 months of experience with SEN/children is essential

Nice to have:

Experience working as a SEN teaching assistant in a mainstream school
Experience in the care or residential care sector
Experience as a specialist SEN teaching assistant

What we offer:

Continuous career development opportunities
Your own dedicated and experienced consultant to guide you through the application process
Free accredited training, both online and on-site
TA support in classes
Weekly pay and competitive daily rates
Earn £300 in shopping vouchers by referring a friend and is subject to terms and conditions
Working in a school with many great facilities, which provide a huge range of opportunities to support excellent learning and development of pupils
Supportive Senior Leadership Team
The opportunity for a permanent post
The opportunity to develop or gain experience in the SEN sector
The chance to work in a diverse role where everyday is different
Being part of a passionate team
Additional accredited training/CPD - Commitment to your continuing professional development through free training including adverse childhood experiences, safeguarding, Team Teach and working with Autism

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 24, 2026

Expiration:
March 07, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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