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SEN Teaching Assistant

Inspiring SEN Teaching Assistant needed – Watford, Hertfordshire – start ASAP (3 days a week)

Are you a passionate and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant seeking a rewarding part-time role in a supportive and inclusive secondary school? Do you thrive on helping students with SEND reach their full potential in a nurturing, well-resourced environment? If so, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

A fantastic secondary school in Watford, Hertfordshire, part of a dynamic and forward-thinking academy trust, is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their inclusive learning team. This part-time position (3 days per week) starts immediately and offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a setting that values care, creativity, and collaboration.

This is a school that truly champions its students and staff. With a strong ethos of respect and inclusion, they pride themselves on fostering a safe and engaging space where young people with a range of special educational needs—such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and other learning or behavioural challenges—can flourish. The students are vibrant, full of potential, and need someone who can offer empathy, consistency, and encouragement.

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience supporting students with SEND
• Confidence working with a variety of needs, including ASD, SEMH, and behavioural challenges
• A nurturing, patient and resilient personality
• Ability to work closely with teachers and other support staff

Why join this school

• Opportunity to work in a caring, community-focused secondary school
• Part of a reputable academy trust with strong professional development pathways
• Supportive and passionate staff team
• Convenient Hertfordshire location with excellent transport links

Why work via Teach Now

Teach Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance