Inspiring Teaching Assistant – SEN Support (Term Time)

Buckinghamshire Council; Marlow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Danesfield School in Medmenham, Marlow, is seeking an Inspiring Teaching Assistant for a permanent, term-time only role starting November 2026. The post is full-time with DBS checks and references required.

You will support a nominated pupil, inspire children and colleagues, and promote a growth mindset. Experience with SEN is desirable though not essential, with duties spanning classroom prep to admin support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• We look for an enthusiastic, motivated, happy person who is valued and recognised for hard work.
• Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils' work.
• Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed.
• Undertake pupil record keeping as requested.
• Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
• Provide clerical/admin. support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money etc.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Empathy

Patience

Job description

Danesfield School in Medmenham, Marlow, is seeking an Inspiring Teaching Assistant for a permanent, term-time only role starting November 2026. The post is full-time with DBS checks and references required.

You will support a nominated pupil, inspire children and colleagues, and promote a growth mindset. Experience with SEN is desirable though not essential, with duties spanning classroom prep to admin support.