SEN Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Flackwell Heath; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in High Wycombe is seeking an SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs in a specialist setting. You will work beside experienced teachers to create a warm, inclusive learning environment where every pupil can engage and progress.

The role involves supporting learners in and out of the classroom, helping them build confidence, independence and essential life skills, and delivering engaging activities tailored to individual needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting.
• Patience, resilience and understanding approach.
• Comfort with supporting pupils with challenging needs and behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and life skills.
• Provide positive behaviour support and encouragement.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning and emotional needs.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience & resilience

Classroom support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe

475- 500 per week Full-time Monday-Friday

Are you someone who believes every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed, regardless of the challenges they may face? Do you have the patience, resilience and passion to support young people with special educational needs and help them reach their full potential?

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a SEN Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe who wants more than just a job in education. You will play an important role in pupils' daily lives, helping them overcome barriers to learning, develop essential life skills and build the confidence they need to become more independent.

Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will help create a positive, structured and inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, understood and encouraged to achieve. Every pupil is different, so the ability to adapt your approach, think on your feet and recognise individual needs is essential.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant in High Wycombe, you will:

• Support pupils with additional needs both in and out of the classroom.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and essential life skills.
• Provide positive behaviour support and encouragement.
• Adapt your approach to meet individual learning and emotional needs.
• Create a safe, supportive and welcoming environment where every pupil can thrive.

What We're Looking For in a SEN Teaching Assistant

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting.
• A patient, compassionate and understanding approach.
• Confidence supporting pupils with challenging behaviour and additional needs.
• A positive attitude and a genuine passion for education.
• Someone reliable, proactive and keen to make a difference.
• Someone able to commute to High Wycombe

Ready to make a difference?

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