Sen Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and making a positive difference in school life? We are currently seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our fantastic partner schools in Hertfordshire.

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is caring, patient, and enthusiastic about helping children thrive, academically, socially, and emotionally.

The Role

• Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, Speech & Language needs, Learning Difficulties)
• Providing 1:1 support as well as small-group interventions
• Assisting the class teacher with personalised learning plans
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and emotional well-being
• Building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience working with children (school, nursery, tutoring, youth work, etc.)
• Is passionate about SEN and supporting young learners
• Is calm, nurturing, and adaptable
• Works well as part of a supportive team
• Has excellent communication skills and a positive attitude

What the School Offers

• Supportive and friendly staff team
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• A welcoming, inclusive school environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact every day

Why Work With Us?

Through Dunbar Education, you’ll receive:

• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to training and CPD
• Competitive pay rates
• Opportunity for permanent placement

How to Apply

If you’re ready to make a difference and support children in reaching their full potential, we’d love to hear from you.

If this position isn’t quite what you are looking for, please still get in touch to discuss other available roles. If you also know of someone else who may be interested, earn extra money with our referral bonus, up to £250!

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available positions please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.