SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Ware

Specialist School Setting | £19,711 Annual Salary

Education and Training Sector

PMLD & SLD Focus | Excellent Career Progression

About the Role - SEN Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Ware, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including PMLD and SLD.

This is a highly rewarding role where you will make a genuine difference to pupils' daily lives while gaining valuable experience to support a long-term career in education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD and SLD
• Assist students with complex learning, sensory, and communication needs
• Support personal care needs with dignity and respect
• Use visual supports, sensory approaches, and personalised interventions
• Encourage pupil engagement, independence, and social interaction
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and support teams
• Contribute to a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• Career Progression Opportunities

This Ware role is an excellent stepping stone into a range of specialist education and care careers, including:

• SEN or Primary Teaching
• Educational Psychology
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• SENCO
• Behaviour or Pastoral Leadership

The hands-on experience you'll gain supporting pupils with PMLD and SLD is highly valued across education and training pathways.

We are seeking someone who:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with SEN, PMLD, or SLD
• Demonstrates a calm, resilient, and nurturing approach
• Has a genuine passion for education and supporting additional needs
• Is motivated by long-term career development in specialist settings
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively

What's on Offer - SEN Teaching Assistant

• £19,711 annual salary (equivalent to £460-£500 per week)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear and achievable career progression pathways
• Valuable experience within a specialist school environment

If you are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant role in Ware that offers both impact and progression within a PMLD and SLD setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career Ware and in specialist education and training Sector.