Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Alternative Resource Provision (ARP)

Full-Time | Long-Term | September 2025 Start
Watford, Hertfordshire

Supply Desk is proud to be working in partnership with an outstanding Alternative Resource Provision (ARP) in Watford. We are currently seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to join the team on a full-time, long-term basis from September 2025.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact by supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and other complex learning difficulties. If you are passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, we’d love to hear from you.

You will work closely with the classroom teacher and SEND specialists to support students across Key Stages 2–4 within a structured and therapeutic environment. Your support will help learners build confidence, develop key life skills, and achieve their academic goals.

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support tailored to individual needs

• Assisting with behaviour regulation and emotional resilience

• Adapting learning resources to engage students effectively

• Supporting the implementation of EHCP targets and behaviour plans

• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

• Helping to create a calm and inclusive classroom atmosphere

• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or additional needs

• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach

• Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and confidently

• Team player with excellent communication skills

• A strong understanding of SEN and trauma-informed practices

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• A long-term, rewarding role within a specialist provision

• Competitive daily rate: £85–£105 (dependent on experience)

• Ongoing training and CPD in SEND and behaviour management

• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement

• Opportunities to transition into a permanent role

• Access to wellbeing resources and mental health support

• Term-time only – enjoy school holidays off

Submit your application at (url removed) or click ‘Apply Now’. For more information, contact Mitchell Winn on (phone number removed).

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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS and meet Safer Recruitment requirements.