SEN - Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant / HLTA (September Start)

Location: Hertfordshire (Stevenage / Hitchin & wider Herts area)Start Date: September 2026Interview Dates: First week of AugustSalary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

We are currently seeking 2 experienced SEN Teaching Assistants / HLTAs to join our team from September, supporting young people across Hertfordshire in both education and alternative provision settings.

This is a rewarding, hands-on role working with pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, including 1:1 mentoring and support both on-site and in community-based activities such as farm projects and alternative learning environments as examples.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to young people with SEND/SEMH needs
• Transport pupils to and from agreed locations (e.g. school sites, learning provisions, outdoor activities)
• Support engagement in learning, behaviour management and emotional regulation
• Work across a variety of settings, including:
  • Schools
  • Alternative provisions
  • Outdoor/therapeutic environments (e.g. farm projects)
• Potential opportunity to support at sites in Stevenage and Hitchin

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 1 year’s experience working with SEND and/or SEMH pupils
• Based in Hertfordshire (able to travel across the county)
• Full UK driving licence with business insurance
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (child workforce essential; child & adult preferred)
• Right to work in the UK
• Ability to provide 2 professional references
• Up-to-date safeguarding training
• Basic / Emergency First Aid certification

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to undergo Health & Safety training (funded for the right candidate)
• Full disclosure of any previous offences prior to interview (for safeguarding risk assessment)
• Ability to provide all safer recruitment documentation in advance of interview
• Candidates must bring original documents to interview:
  • Passport
  • Driving licence
  • Original DBS certificate

Desirable

• HLTA status or equivalent experience
• Experience in alternative provision or outreach mentoring
• Strong behaviour management skills
• Confident working independently in community settings

What We Offer

• A varied and engaging role across education and alternative settings
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive team environment
• The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with details of your relevant SEND/SEMH experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview during the first week of August.