SEN Teaching Assistant

Watford Source: WhatJobs

£475–£550/wk

Are you an enthusiastic and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant with experience supporting children with Autism?
Do you have a positive, 'happy-go-lucky' personality that can bring encouragement, patience, and structure to a child's school day?

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 1 pupil with Autism on a full-time basis. This rewarding role will be based within a primary school in Watford, where you will become a vital part of the child's learning journey.

Job Advert: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant KS1
Location: Watford
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (term-time)
Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Work closely with a KS1 pupil with Autism, providing tailored 1:1 support to meet their individual learning and emotional needs.
Assist with classroom activities, adapting lessons and resources to help the child access the curriculum.
Implement strategies to support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
Create independence while providing reassurance and encouragement in both learning and social settings.
Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCo, and parents to ensure consistency and progress.
Support the pupil during transitions, playtimes, and group activities, ensuring inclusion within the school environment.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need to have:

Essential experience working with children with Autism/ASD (in schools or similar settings).
A strong understanding of the strategies and approaches that support children with Autism.
A calm, positive, and happy-go-lucky personality
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with both the child and wider school team.
The commitment to work Monday to Friday and the ability to commute to Watford reliably.

What We Offer

A supportive and welcoming school environment.
The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's life and education.
Ongoing training and development in SEN strategies.
Competitive pay, dependent on experience.
Weekly pay from £475 to £550 per week (depending on experience)

If you are passionate about supporting children with Autism and are looking for a fulfilling SEN Teaching Assistant role in Watford, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us give this wonderful pupil the support they need to thrive. Quote 'SEN Teaching Assistant, Watford'

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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