Jobs, fresher vacancy - Teaching Assistant • Hertfordshire

Company: Reed

Hertfordshire

SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: Meldreth, Near Royston (Cambridgeshire / Hertfordshire Border)Hourly Rate: £12.87 - £14.03Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri), Term-time onlyReed Education are delighted to be working with a highly specialist SEN school in Meldreth, near Royston, supporting children and young people aged 6 to 19 with a wide range of learning needs. The school offers an exceptional, well-resourced environment including modern classrooms, specialist facilities, and an experienced therapeutic team on site.Students have diverse and complex needs including MLD, SLD, autism, ADHD, sensory and physical impairments, and in some cases complex medical conditions. Many require support with managing sensory overload, anxiety and transitions, which may be reflected through their behaviour.Due to continued growth, the school is seeking a compassionate and motivated SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team and help create positive outcomes for young people preparing for adulthood.The RoleAs an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial part in supporting students across all areas of their learning and development. Working within the classroom, the community and wider learning environments, you will help students work towards their educational and personal goals while promoting independence, confidence and wellbeing.Your role will include:Supporting students with PMLD, complex medical needs, autism and other learning difficultiesHelping to deliver a meaningful, individualised curriculumPromoting equality, respect and a learner-centred ethosEncouraging emotional resilience, communication and independenceProviding high-quality, consistent support across all aspects of school lifeContributing to therapeutic and multi-disciplinary approachesParticipating in physical intervention and personal care routines when requiredThis is a varied role where no two days are the same, and you’ll be part of a warm, collaborative team committed to transforming young lives.What the school are looking for:Willing to work towards formal qualifications and ongoing training (fully funded)Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needsCompassionate, patient and dedicatedAmbitious and determined to overcome barriers to learningEnthusiastic about outdoor and community-based learningAble to see potential rather than disabilityFully committed to safeguarding and student wellbeingProactive, solution-focused and creative in their approachStrong communicators, especially when supporting diverse communication needsTeam players who can also work independently when requiredWhy Join Through Reed?Opportunity to work in an outstanding, well-resourced specialist schoolSupportive leadership and a strong multi-disciplinary teamPersonalised development with all training and qualifications fundedA rewarding role where you’ll make a real difference every dayInterested in Applying?If you’re committed to helping young people with complex needs achieve their full potential, Reed Education would love to hear from you!Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.