SEN Teaching Assistant

Newtown School; Chesham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Newtown School in Chesham is seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support in KS1 for pupils with SEN, including autism and other needs. You will help create a calm, structured classroom where every child can access learning.

You will assist with personalised learning, communication and social-emotional support, working with a dedicated team to ensure progress for all pupils. Applicants should be patient and proactive about making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• Minimum of English and Maths GCSE

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support in KS1 classes for pupils with SEN
• Assist with personalised learning, communication development and social-emotional support
• Help create a calm, structured and supportive environment for each child to thrive
• Assist pupils to access the curriculum and make meaningful progress

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

KS1 teaching support

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

At Newtown our values are caring, curiosity and courage. Newtown is a vibrant, innovative school set in the heart of the community it serves. The ethos of our two-form entry school is welcoming, nurturing and enthusiastic. Our children are confident in their ability to learn, resilient and considerate of others.

We can offer:

• a nurturing and welcoming school community
• a talented, dedicated and caring teaching support team
• an amazing group of children with a mix of abilities and cultures
• support in continuing professional development
• classrooms filled with laughter and a love of learning.

About the role:

We are seeking a committed and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support in our KS1 classes to pupils with a range of additional needs including autism, learning difficulties and scocail communication challenges. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help create a calm, structured and supportive environment where each child can thrive. You will assist with personalised learning, communication development and social-emotional support, ensuring every child can access the curriculum and make meaningful progress.

If you are patient, proactive and passionate about making a difference for children with additional needs we would love to hear from you.

About you:

You will have:

• Experience of working with children with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• Experience of working in a School or Early Years setting
• Minimum of English and Maths GCSE

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information and do not hesitate to contact the school should you wish to discuss the role further.

We reserve the right to close applications early should the right candidate apply before the end date.