Position: Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £89-95
Are you passionate about supporting secondary school students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have the enthusiasm and commitment to help students thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our secondary school as a Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistant.
About the Role:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant in our secondary school, you will support students with a variety of special educational needs. Your role will involve assisting teachers in delivering inclusive lessons, providing one-to-one and small group support, and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support secondary school students with various special educational needs in both one-to-one and small group settings
- Assist teachers with the planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons
- Provide academic support to help students meet their individual learning goals
- Promote an inclusive and positive learning environment for all students
- Help students with personal care and mobility where necessary
- Collaborate closely with teachers, SENCO, and other staff members
- Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback to the class teacher
- Support students’ emotional and behavioural needs in a constructive and positive manner
About You:
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a positive, enthusiastic attitude toward supporting secondary school students with SEN
- Are eager to develop new skills and gain experience working in an educational setting
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding and child protection
- Are patient, empathetic, and proactive in supporting student development
- Have excellent communication skills, both with students and staff
- Are flexible, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team
- A qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (Level 2 or 3) is beneficial but not essential
What We Offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive team to help you thrive in your role
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of secondary school students with SEN
- Competitive salary based on experience
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of secondary school students and are eager to support their growth, we’d love to hear from you!
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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