Aspiring SEN Teacher

TN United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bletchley is seeking an Aspiring SEN Teacher to support autistic children in a specialist provision school. This role involves working closely with students with varying cognitive abilities and emotional needs, providing hands-on experience for those pursuing careers in social work or youth care. The ideal candidate will have a caring attitude, empathy, and an interest in mental health and SEN.

Qualifications

• Ideal for individuals with previous SEN experience or graduates interested in social care.

Responsibilities

• Support autistic children with low to high support needs.
• Work in small classes of 3-6 pupils with a 1:1 staff-to-student ratio.

Skills

Caring attitude

Empathy

Interest in SEN

Understanding of autism

Education

Graduates interested in social work

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Aspiring SEN Teacher - Bletchley - Education and Training

Job Opportunity: Aspiring SEN Teacher

We are urgently seeking a passionate individual eager to take steps into teaching!

Role Overview

This is a SEN Teaching Assistant position based at a specialist provision school in Bletchley, supporting autistic children with low to high support needs and varying cognitive abilities. A significant part of the role involves restorative practices.

The position is ideal for those interested in careers related to Counselling, Men’s Health, Wellbeing, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Youth Justice, or elements of social care.

Job Details

• Job Title: Aspiring SEN Teacher
• Contract: Permanent after an initial trial period

This opportunity is perfect for individuals with previous SEN experience or graduates interested in social, emotional, and mental health needs. It offers valuable hands-on experience for those pursuing careers in youth work or social care.

School Background

The school in Bletchley supports both primary and secondary students with additional social, emotional, and mental health needs. They adopt a restorative, therapeutic approach to education and behaviour management, aiming to equip children with practical skills for life inside and outside school.

Role Responsibilities

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work in small classes of 3-6 pupils with a staff-to-student ratio of 1:1.

What We Look For in a SEN Teaching Assistant

• A caring, empathetic attitude
• A passion for supporting children with SEN
• Interest in SEN, mental health, and social-emotional needs
• Understanding of autism