Location: Rickmansworth
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £85–£115 per day, dependent on experience
Supply Desk are currently looking for a caring, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in the Rickmansworth area.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and helping them overcome barriers to learning. Working closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider support staff, you will provide tailored support to help pupils access their learning, develop confidence, and achieve their individual potential.
The ideal candidate will have a nurturing and positive approach, with the patience and understanding required to support pupils with a range of additional needs. You will play an important role in creating a safe, encouraging, and inclusive environment where every child is supported to succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs
Provide effective 1:1 and small-group support according to individual pupil needs
Assist pupils with accessing the curriculum and participating in classroom activities
Encourage positive behaviour, emotional regulation, communication, and social development
Help pupils build confidence, independence, and resilience
Monitor and communicate pupil progress, behaviour, and wellbeing
Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers, and external professionals
Implement individual support strategies and adapt approaches where necessary
Encourage pupils to engage positively with their learning and peers
Contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment
Promote safeguarding and pupil wellbeing at all times
Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable
A good understanding of a range of SEN needs and appropriate support strategies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A patient, empathetic, and positive approach
Strong behaviour management skills
A genuine passion for supporting children and young people's development
An understanding of safeguarding procedures
Previous experience working within a primary or secondary school setting is desirable
Comprehensive safeguarding training
Weekly payments
Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
A supportive team and positive working environment
Access to well-equipped school facilities
Opportunities for continued professional development, CPD, and training
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Refer a Friend scheme
Role Requirements
What We Offer
This role would be ideal for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or someone looking to develop their career within education. If you are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and are looking for an exciting opportunity in Rickmansworth, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your education career!
We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards
Salary description
£85.00 - £115.00 per day