1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Bierton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Ongoing support

Professional development

CPD access

Job summary

Supply Desk, in partnership with Buckinghamshire Council, is seeking passionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils with SEN across Buckingham and surrounding communities. You will work one-to-one with learners, helping them engage with lessons, build confidence and develop inclusive learning routines; DBS check and CPD access provided.

We collaborate with schools in Buckingham and nearby areas to match your skills and availability, offering flexible placements and ongoing support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs and inclusive support strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Patience, empathy and a supportive attitude
• Flexibility to work across various school settings in Buckingham

Responsibilities

• One-to-one support for pupils with SEN
• Assist pupils to engage with learning and build confidence
• Support inclusive learning and behaviour management in lessons

Skills

Experience with children or young ppl

SEND understanding & inclusive support

Excellent communication & interc.,

Encouraging positive behaviour & eng.

Patience, empathy & supportive

Flexibility across Buckingham settings

Job description

1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant / Support Staff Opportunities – Broughton

Primary, Secondary and Special Educational Needs Schools in Buckingham and Surrounding Areas

Supply Desk, in partnership with Buckinghamshire Council, is currently seeking passionate and committed 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants to support pupils in schools across Buckingham and neighbouring communities. As a trusted education recruitment specialist, we offer rewarding roles for individuals dedicated to helping students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) thrive academically and personally.

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate and motivated professionals eager to make a positive impact on young people’s lives. In this role, you will work one-to-one with pupils who require additional support due to special educational needs, assisting them to engage with learning and build confidence.

You may support pupils with needs including, but not limited to:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Dyslexia
• Learning difficulties
• Social, emotional and behavioural challenges

Whether you are experienced in supporting children with SEN or seeking to begin your career in education, our consultants will collaborate with you to find placements in schools within Buckingham and nearby areas that match your skills and availability.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
• Understanding of Special Educational Needs and inclusive support strategies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to encourage positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Patience, empathy and a supportive attitude
• Flexibility to work across various school settings in Buckingham

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities in primary, secondary and SEN schools in Buckingham
• Ongoing support from experienced education recruitment consultants
• Access to professional development and SEND training
• Clear career progression pathways within education
• 24/7 access to our CPD Learning Hub, featuring training on behaviour management, safeguarding and wellbeing

Please note: All successful applicants must complete an Enhanced DBS check and comply with Safer Recruitment standards.