Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Contract: Full-time, temporary to permanent

Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Start Date: January 2025

Are you passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and making a real difference in their educational journey?

A reputable primary school in Aylesbury is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves working with children who have a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties. You will provide crucial support to help them thrive both academically and socially, fostering independence and confidence.

Key Responsibilities include:

Providing 1:1 or small group support to SEN students across different year groups
Assisting with the implementation of personalised education plans (IEPs)
Supporting the teacher in managing behaviour and adapting learning activities
Building positive relationships with students, promoting self-esteem and inclusion
Assisting with classroom preparation, sensory activities, and tailored interventions
Monitoring and reporting on student progress to SENCO and teachers

Requirements:

Previous experience working with SEN children in an educational setting (preferred)
Strong understanding of autism, ADHD, or other special educational needs
Excellent communication, patience, and empathy
A flexible and proactive approach to support individual learning needs
Relevant qualifications such as Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent (desirable)

If you would like to hear more about this exciting opportunity, then please give us a call on (phone number removed) for more information and Apply Below.

Supply Desk is working in partnership with several Local Authorities and represent a host of opportunities in the boroughs of Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. In addition to top rates of pay, and a commitment to your professional development, we can offer you a pension contribution scheme and a dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way.

Due to the overwhelming response to online advertising, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Supply Desk offer a £100 ‘Golden Hello’ for anyone who introduces a teacher/teaching assistant. Get in touch for further details.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.