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Location:Watford
Contract: Long term, full time.
Start Date: January or February 2026
Rate: 85 - 110 - Depending on experience
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and high needs in a Secondary school in Watford. Working alongside the class teacher, SENCO, and wider multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering personalised learning, promoting communication and social skills, and supporting emotional regulation in a low-arousal, structured environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex needs.
- Provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils in line with their EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) or individual support plan
- Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and completing learning tasks.
- Support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation using personalised strategies.
- Implement behaviour support plans and promote positive behaviour management.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, LSAs, and therapists to ensure consistent and high-quality support.
- Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and behaviour.
- Support pupils during unstructured times such as play, lunch, and transitions.
Essential:
- Experience supporting pupils with Autism or complex SEN in a school setting.
- Experience working with KS3 or KS4
- Understanding of strategies for supporting communication and sensory needs.
- Patient, empathetic, and resilient with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong teamwork skills and ability to follow guidance from the SENCO/teachers.
- Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
Desirable:
- Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification.
- Experience with PECS, Makaton, visual supports, or sensory strategies.
- Training in behaviour management or Team Teach.
- First aid qualification.
- Immediate starts and flexible contracts to suit your availability.
- Work in a specialist autism provision with strong team support.
- Opportunities to gain valuable SEN experience in a busy, inner-London setting.
- Competitive rates and professional development support.
