Jobs, fresher vacancy - SEN Teaching Assistant • Hertfordshire

Company: Supply Desk

Hertfordshire

Teaching Assistant – Support Autistic Children and Make a DifferenceLocation: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire Hours: Full-time Start Date: September 2025Are you passionate about helping children with autism thrive? Do you want to work in a nurturing, inclusive school environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential?We are working with a highly rated school in Rickmansworth that prides itself on creating a caring and supportive environment. The school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support autistic children and help them succeed both academically and socially.Key Responsibilities: Collaborating with teachers to create and deliver engaging learning activitiesSupporting students through personalised action plans and strategies to aid progressAssisting with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), Risk Assessments, Personal Care, and Therapy programmesWorking closely with teachers, support staff, families, and external agencies to provide tailored supportBuilding positive, therapeutic relationships with students and responding to their individual needs We’d love to hear from you if you: Have experience working with autistic children, or a strong desire to develop in this areaUnderstand SEN and are committed to learning and professional growthCan commit to full-time, fixed daysHold a relevant qualification such as NVQ in Childcare and Education, or Supporting Teaching and Learning in SchoolsMay have experience in residential care, school support roles, or personal experience with ASCAre willing to complete training such as Team Teach, TEACCH, or positive handlingHave experience supporting independence and social-emotional development in young peopleHold a clear and valid DBS, or are willing to obtain one Why Work with Supply Desk? Competitive pay rates and pension schemeOpportunities for ongoing professional developmentDedicated consultant support every step of the wayPlacement in excellent SEN settings across Hertfordshire How to Apply: If this sounds like the role for you, send your up-to-date CV to or call for more information.Please note: due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.