Professional and support jobs

There are a wide range of professional and support roles available in Hertfordshire schools, trusts and settings, many offering flexible working options. This section encompasses classroom support roles as well as jobs in administraton, finance, premises, HR and more. Find your next challenge today:

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Alongside teachers and curriculum leaders, there are a huge number of other professional and support staff working in an educational setting to ensure the best outcomes and experiences for our children and young people.

With many roles in school administration, finance, HR, premises and IT offered on a flexible or part time basis, and most offering the chance to take advantage of extensive school holidays, this can be an attractive as well as a rewarding sector to work in. Hertfordshire schools consistently attract professional people seeking a career change for a better work-life balance and the chance to 'give something back'.

Whether you are an experienced professional looking to transition into the education sector, or are just starting out in your career and keen to work in an environment where you can help make a difference to the lives of children and young people, our platform offers valuable resources and support to navigate the application process and secure a rewarding position. Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in educational support and join Teach in Herts today!

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  • School Governor

    Birchwood Nursery School

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Part time

    Voluntary role

    Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 10:00 AM

    Would you like to make a contribution to your local community? Do you have an interested in Early Years education? Could you be our new Governor? Birchwood Nursery School is a state maintained nursery school, catering for children from 2 to 5 years. Governors play an important par...

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  • Join our fabulous and welcoming team at Oakwood. Teaching Assistant: KS1 or KS2

    Oakwood Primary School

    St Albans District Full / part time

    H2 - H3 depending upon experience

    Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 12:00 PM

    Are you kind, curious and ambitious? Are you passionate about primary education? Do you value the relationships that develop between staff and pupils? Oakwood is a 1.5 form of entry community in St Albans. We were delighted to be recently graded as "Good" by Ofsted across all areas. Ofs...

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  • School Governor

    Summerswood Primary School

    Hertsmere Borough Full time

    Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 11:59 PM

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  • Minibus Driver / Chaperone (flexible)

    Beechwood Park School

    Dacorum Borough Part time

    £9,464.00 Annually (Actual) Based on a 20 hour working week Term Time Only with the possibility of overtime being available - shorter morning or afternoon shifts also available

    Closing date: 25th Apr 2025 11:59 PM

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  • Learning Support Assistant/Teaching Assistant (West Watford)

    Breakspeare School

    Three Rivers District Part time

    £16,807 - £17,074H3 (term time only)

    Closing date: 28th Apr 2025 12:00 PM

    We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our friendly and dedicated team.  Our school Breakspeare is a forward thinking, active and popular special school with a diverse range of students. We have approximately 146 students on roll, aged between 2 and 19. All our studen...

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  • SEND Teaching Assistant (temporary until 23rd July 2025)

    Cherry Tree Primary School

    Inclusive Multi Academy Trust

    Watford Borough Part time

    £24,027.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE) The annual salary will be pro-rated. Eg: 25 hours equates to approximately £14,069 - £14,746 a year

    Closing date: 29th Apr 2025 9:00 AM

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  • Apprentice Learning Support Assistant - Level 3

    Colnbrook School

    Three Rivers District Part time

    £7.55 per hour

    Closing date: 29th Apr 2025 12:00 PM

    Apprentice Learning Support Assistant - To start ASAP and September 2025 Previous applicants need not apply Salary: £7.55 from April 2025 Hours: 08:30-16:00 (35 hours) Term Time + INSET days (5 days per year) - Non-negotiable Contract: 15 months Are you ready ...

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  • Administrator

    Commonswood Primary & Nursery School

    Welwyn / Hatfield District Part time

    H3.1

    Closing date: 30th Apr 2025 9:00 AM

    We are looking to appoint an Administrator to join our busy office team.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, progressive and well organised school. We are looking for candidates who are organised, articulate and able to prioritise.  You will need to be able to work unde...

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  • Modern Language Assistant (French)

    St Albans High School For Girls

    St Albans Education Group

    St Albans District Part time

    Actual salary £8,280.37 (£32,700 FTE)

    Closing date: 30th Apr 2025 9:00 AM

    Permanent / Part time / 12 hours per week Term - time only (35 weeks per year) Actual salary £8,280.37 (£32,700 FTE) Required from September 2025 STAHS is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents, and alumni. It is importan...

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  • Modern Language Assistant (German)

    St Albans High School For Girls

    St Albans Education Group

    St Albans District Part time

    Actual salary £7,245.33 (£32,700 FTE)

    Closing date: 30th Apr 2025 9:00 AM

    Permanent / Part time / 10.5 hours per week Term - time only (35 weeks per year) Actual salary £7,245.33 (£32,700 FTE) Required from September 2025 STAHS is a vibrant school supported by a diverse and enthusiastic community of staff, pupils, parents, and alumni. It is i...

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