Teaching Assistants

Hoe Lane
Ware
Herts
SG12 9PB

Full time - Monday to Friday, term time plus inset days

Teaching Assistants

Salary range: between 26427 and 26847

Pay details: H3.1 (.5) - H3.2 (.6)

Start date:

October 2026

Are you someone who finds joy in seeing young people thrive? Are you patient, passionate, and ready to go the extra mile to support a child’s development? At Pinewood School, we have a rewarding opportunity for enthusiastic, dedicated, and resilient Teaching Assistants to join our vibrant, caring team. You’ll work closely with pupils who have a range of Special Educational Needs including Learning Difficulties, Autism, Speech, Language & Communication, & Behavioural Needs.

You will support them under the guidance of our experienced and nurturing teaching staff. We pride ourselves on being a warm and welcoming school, where mutual respect underpins everything we do. Our staff community is friendly, supportive, and hardworking. We are deeply committed to promoting staff wellbeing and professional development.

• What matters most is your passion, positivity, and willingness to learn.
• If you're ready to grow in a rewarding field and make an impact in young lives, we’d love to hear from you.

• A good standard of education particularly in English and Mathematics
• Knowledge of the legal and organisational requirements for maintaining the health, safety and security of yourself and others in the learning environment
• Knowledge of SEN Code of Practice (desirable but not essential as full training will be given)
• Experience of supporting children in a classroom environment
• Experience of using Information Technology to support pupils in the classroom

School visits are warmly welcomed & encouraged prior to application. We appreciate the interest shown in our school. We are only seeking new applications for this role. Please kindly note that previous applicants need not apply.

Applications will be considered upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date.

Closing date: 2nd November 2026 - 8am

Interview date: 12th November 2026

Pinewood is a very successful mixed secondary school for 210 pupils. The school is located in a very attractive rural area of extensive, landscaped woodland within walking distance of Ware Town. We are a specialist secondary setting for pupils with Learning Difficulties, Autism, and Speech, Language and Communication Needs, and we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every young person is supported to thrive.

At Pinewood, we understand that every pupil is unique, with their own strengths, challenges, and aspirations. This is why we are so passionate about creating a school where they feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. Whether it’s through academic achievement, developing communication skills, or building confidence and independence, we are here to guide and support them every step of the way.