SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics; Chalfont St Giles; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Chalfont St Giles is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with additional needs in a specialist setting. You will provide dedicated 1:1 support and small-group assistance, helping pupils access learning and develop communication and confidence.

The role requires patience, empathy, and a proactive, nurturing approach, with experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder or complex needs, and a strong team ethic.

Qualifications

• Previous SEN experience is essential.
• Experience with non-verbal pupils and ASD is preferred.
• Calm, patient, nurturing approach required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEN and ASD.
• Assist class teacher with differentiated lessons and learning activities.
• Support pupils' communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive classroom environment and build strong relationships with pupils and staff.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

ASD support

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in Chalfont St Giles, where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people every day.

We are seeking a calm, proactive, and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming specialist school in Chalfont St Giles. This rewarding opportunity is ideal for someone who understands the individual needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities and is committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

You will work closely with pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex additional needs, providing dedicated 1:1 support and assistance in small groups. You will help pupils access learning, develop communication skills, build confidence, and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role in Chalfont St Giles offers the opportunity to work alongside a supportive teaching team in an inclusive specialist education setting where patience, understanding, and consistency are valued.

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Chalfont St Giles
Essential: Previous SEN experience
Salary: 475- 500 Per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with ASD, complex needs, and communication difficulties.
• Support non-verbal pupils using appropriate communication strategies and a patient, nurturing approach.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging, accessible, and differentiated lessons.
• Promote pupils' independence, confidence, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
• Help maintain a positive, safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and other professionals.
• Adapt support to meet each pupil's individual learning, communication, and behavioural needs.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in supporting children with SEN, particularly non-verbal pupils and children with complex needs.
• Patient, empathetic, nurturing, and calm under pressure.
• Confident in supporting pupils with ASD and communication challenges.
• A strong communicator who works effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, flexible, proactive, and committed to promoting positive outcomes for every pupil.

Previous experience in a specialist school, SEND provision, or a similar setting is highly desirable, alongside a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.