Primary School Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Year 5 Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming and supportive school in St Albans. This role focuses on supporting pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

This is a full‑time position, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with an immediate start available.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working with children in the UK.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH or additional needs is highly desirable.
• A compassionate and patient approach, with the ability to help pupils thrive academically and emotionally.

• Provide one-to-one or small group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Help ensure that every student feels supported and encouraged both in the classroom and around the school.
• Assist with classroom management and daily routines, helping to create a calm and structured setting.
• Play a key role in fostering an atmosphere where all pupils can develop confidence, independence, and a love of learning.

• Available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm.
• Hold a valid DBS, or be willing to apply for one.
• Experience working with children who have special educational needs.
• Live in or be able to commute easily to the St Albans area.

If you’re a caring, patient, and proactive individual looking to make a real difference, this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role in St Albans could be the perfect opportunity for you. Join a team where every Special Needs Teaching Assistant is valued, supported, and encouraged to help every child reach their full potential.

• Specialists in securing long-term and permanent placements for Teachers and a range of support staff such as SEND Teaching Assistant
• Able to find jobs that meet your preferences whether that be location, type of job, pay expectations, etc
• Quick and efficient registration process / Interview via Zoom currently
• Excellent track record in securing jobs quickly and efficiently for professionals in Education
• Friendly team who always have their job seekers' interests at heart
• Rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google!
• Free CPD courses worth £144.50 once cleared to work
• We work with primary, secondary and SEND Schools across London and the Home Counties

Pay rate is dependent on qualifications, experience and skills.

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Envision Education is also committed to following a policy of equal opportunities.

We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture or disability.

You must be a UK resident or hold a full UK visa and be willing to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.