Assistant Teacher

Booker Park School; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work with special needs children. This role involves supporting lesson planning, assisting with personal care, and leading classes during teacher absence. The ideal candidate is passionate about making a difference, works confidently in ICT, and collaborates effectively with a supportive team. Competitive pay and comprehensive training are offered, making this an ideal opportunity for growth in the special needs sector.

Benefits

Ample free onsite parking

Employer contribution pension scheme

Access to employee benefits including discounts

Comprehensive training provided

Annual Flu Vaccination

Qualifications

• Experience working with nursery and primary-aged pupils with special educational needs.
• Ability to develop and implement individual education and personal care plans.
• Willingness to undertake training to develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Support lesson planning and resource preparation.
• Assist in personal care and administer medication as needed.
• Lead classes during the teacher's non-contact time.

Skills

Passionate about making a difference for children with SEN

Confident using ICT to support learning

Ability to work independently and in a team

Job description

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Weekly Hours : 37 hours per week

Annual Weeks : 39 Weeks (Term time including INSET Days)

Interviews : To be conducted as suitable candidates apply.

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Teaching Assistant Career?

Are you looking for a new challenge in the special needs sector—one that offers both high levels of reward and competitive pay? If you’re passionate about expanding your knowledge and experience working with nursery and primary aged pupils who have special educational and complex needs, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher to support lesson planning, resource preparation, and create a positive learning environment.
• Assist in developing and implementing individual education and personal care plans, including hygiene needs and administering medication when required.
• Lead whole classes during the teacher’s non-contact time and in cases of short-term absence.

About You

Passionate about making a difference for children with SEN.

Able to work independently and collaborate effectively with other professionals to implement recommendations.

Confident using ICT to support learning.

Resilient, reliable, and committed to being part of a supportive team.

Flexible, proactive, and willing to undertake training to develop your skills.

What We Can Offer You

Ample free onsite parking

Large staffroom with resourced kitchen with complimentary hot and cold beverages

Employer contribution pension scheme, with Life Cover

Access to employee benefits including discounts on travel and purchases from local shops, cafes and restaurants

24 hour free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Flu Vaccination

Comprehensive training is provided, along with access to a brand-new continued professional development programme designed to help every staff member grow and flourish.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and grow your career in a rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Lynne Worley (HR Officer)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we appoint an appropriate candidate

If you have not been contacted within three weeks of the closing date you must assume that your application has, on this occasion, been unsuccessful

The above post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure & Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions.

Safeguarding at The Vale Federation

The Vale Federation of Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references, undertake pre-employmaent checks including a health check and have a cleared Enhanced Disclosure & Barring check. An online search (including social media checks) will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates as part of our recruitment process