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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  • Assistant Cook

    Chauncy School

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    H2.3 (£24790 pro rata) plus fringe allowance

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking for a competent and hard working person to join our busy kitchen team as an Assistant Cook.   Resposibilities include food preparation, cooking duties, assisting with food service, operating a till and assisting where needed.  The successful applicant would be flexib...

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  • Learning Support Assistant

    Leavesden Green J M I School

    Watford Borough Part time

    £24,027 - £25,183H2 - H4 depending on experience

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    Leavesden JMI School and Nursery is a two-form entry school in North Watford. We are seeking to recruit an LSA to join us as soon as possible.  This is a part-time position, 2 hours per day, term-time only. The times are negotiable. The position is fixed term until 18 July 2025.  Vis...

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  • Midday Supervisory Assistant (MSA)

    Eastbury Farm Primary School

    Three Rivers District Part time

    H2-H4 depending on experience and/or qualification

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking for a responsible, caring and enthusiastic Midday Supervisory Assistant (MSA) to join our school team.  You will play a vital role in ensuring that children have a positive and safe experience during lunchtime. You will be responsible for supervising children in the dining hall a...

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  • Teaching Assistant - SEND

    St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bishop's Stortford

    St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £24,027 - £25,183H2 or H3, depending on experience

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking for an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our friendly and caring team to start in January 2025.   This is an exciting opportunity, and the successful candidate will have a rewarding and varied role providing individual learning experiences for pupils with a range of n...

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  • Full Time Teaching Assistant

    St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bishop's Stortford

    St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust

    East Hertfordshire District Full time

    £24,027 - £25,183H2 or H3, depending on experience

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking for an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our friendly and caring team to start in January 2025.   This is an exciting opportunity, where the successful candidate will be supporting learning in a KS1 or KS2 classroom in the mornings and will be leading 1:1 and group in...

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  • Teaching Assistant

    St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bishop's Stortford

    St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust

    East Hertfordshire District Part time

    £24,027 - £25,183FTE

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking for an enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our friendly and caring team to start in January 2025.   The successful candidate will be supporting learning in class and leading small group intervention sessions; the role includes providing supervision at lunchtimes. &nb...

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  • Early Years Teaching Assistant

    Four Swannes Primary School

    Broxbourne Borough Part time

    £14,932 - £15,561H2-H3

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    Four Swannes Primary School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly organised experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant on a tempoary contract with a view to becoming permanent. We would like to appoint somebody who is adaptable, loves working with children and understands how they learn...

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  • Catering Assistant

    Larwood SEMH School

    Larwood Academy Trust

    Stevenage Borough Part time

    £6,945 - £7,189

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    About the role New challenge for 2025! Come and join an expanding Trust, where every child really does matter. Catering Assistant Required – January 2025 ********************************************************************************** Permanent contract with six...

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  • Receptionist & Administrator

    St Francis College Ltd

    North Hertfordshire District Part time

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    We are looking to appoint a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to provide general administrative support and be a welcoming and efficient first point of contact for our pupils, parents and visitors.  This is a fixed term role from 6 January 2025 until 9 July 2025.  20 hours per week,...

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  • Teaching Assistant

    The Collett School

    Dacorum Borough Part time

    £24,027 - £25,183NJC Pay Scale H2 to H3 £17,971-£18,835 pro rata

    Closing date: 13th Dec 2024 5:00 PM

    The reason for the post is to deliver high quality assistance in teaching and learning, supporting the pupils to make progress in their academic as well as social/emotional/ behavioural development. Providing specialist assistance to pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning, ...

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