Sen Teaching Assistant
Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Full-time – Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £90 – £120 per day
About the School
This school offers a supportive and inclusive environment where staff are valued and pupils are encouraged to thrive. There is a strong focus on meeting individual needs and creating a positive learning experience for all children, particularly those with special educational needs.
The school is committed to providing high-quality support and fostering both academic and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Assist the class teacher in delivering tailored lessons and adapting resources to suit individual needs.
- Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
- Implement EHCP targets and work closely with the SENCO and teaching staff.
- Support pupils with personal care where required.
- Monitor and report on pupil progress and behaviour.
Candidate Profile
- Previous experience working with children with SEN is preferred.
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- A passion for supporting children with additional needs.
- Holds (or is willing to obtain) an Enhanced DBS check and professional references.
To find out more, please contact Supply Desk on 01296 752 499 and apply below.
We offer a £100 referral fee for successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete 5 or more shifts.
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 check and adhere to safer recruitment standards. (AGY)
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.