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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  • 1:1 Learning Support Assistant

    London Colney Primary and Nursery School

    St Albans District Full / part time

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 AM

    Are you passionate about helping children learn?  If so, we would love to hear from you! We are looking to appoint a caring SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and friendly team.    The successful candidate will need to be enthusiastic and dedicated to making a difference...

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  • midday supervisor

    London Colney Primary and Nursery School

    St Albans District Full / part time

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 AM

    Job Advertisement: Midday Supervisory Assistant (MSA) Location: London Colney Primary School, London Colney, Hertfordshire Hours: Part-time (Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM)   Are you looking for a rewarding role within a friendly school environment? London Colney Primary ...

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  • Teaching Assistant (Level 3 Qualified)

    Cherry Tree Primary School

    Inclusive Multi Academy Trust

    Watford Borough Part time

    £24,027.00 - £25,183.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary - pro rata p.a = £16,883 p.a. (SCP03) to £ 17,696p.a. (SCP06)

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 9:00 AM

    Would you like to help guide children in their first stages of their learning? Are you kind and supportive and enjoy helping children to learn? Do you want to work as part of a hard-working and dedicated team? Are you interested in learning outdoors and teaching through the interests of a child? If ...

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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: 6th Dec 2024 9:00 AM

    We are looking to appoint a caring SEND Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and friendly team. You will be working on a 1-1 basis and small group basis with children who have specific special educational needs. The successful candidate will need to be enthusiastic and dedicated to making a dif...

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  • Higher Level Teaching Assistant KS1/KS2

    Downfield Primary School

    Broxbourne Borough Full time

    £26,409 - £28,624H5+ Term time only (See actual pay)

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    Higher Level Teaching Assistant: KS1 / KS2 Hours: 30 hrs pro rata Salary Scale: H5+ (26409.00 - 28624.00) (Actual Pay 19014.00 - 20608.00) Start date Monday 6th January 2025             Applications close   &nb...

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  • Teaching Assistant KS1 / KS2

    Downfield Primary School

    Broxbourne Borough Full time

    £24,790 - £25,183H3 - Actual Salary (£17847.99 - £18130.94)

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    Downfield Primary School, Cheshunt   Full-time Teaching Assistant: KS1 / KS2 Hours: 30hrs pro rata Salary Scale  H3 (depending on experience) (Actual Pay £17848.00 - £18130.00) Start date: Monday January 6th 2025         &n...

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  • Sports Centre Duty Manager (Part Time)

    St Albans School

    St Albans District Part time

    Full time equivalent annual salary circa £25,400 (

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    Full time equivalent annual salary circa £25,400 (£11,100 pro-rata for part time hours), depending on experience, plus benefits including generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance. We are looking for a part time Duty Manager to join the team at our state-of-the-art Sport...

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  • Director of IT

    St Albans School

    St Albans District Full time

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    St Albans School is looking to appoint a well-qualified experienced IT professional to lead the IT Services Team. The IT network supports the educational and informational requirements of the School. The systems are progressive by a cloud first approach partnering with leading providers to supp...

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  • Sen Teaching Assistant

    Brockswood Primary & Nursery School

    Dacorum Borough Full / part time

    H2 - H3

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic SEN Teaching Assistant who enjoys helping children learn, working within our in our SEN nurture classroom.  The post is for a minimum of 32 hours per week Monday to Friday.  You must be a reliable, conscientious, supportive, pa...

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  • Breakfast and afterschool Playworker

    Woolenwick Junior School

    Stevenage Borough Part time

    £23,656 Full Time Equivalent (£7908 actual)

    Closing date: 6th Dec 2024 12:00 PM

    Woolenwick Junior School is looking for a caring and friendly Playworker to work as part of a team at our breakfast and after school club, BLAST. You need to be able to interact support and lead play with children during breakfast and after school club. The duties include organisin...

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