Senior Assistant Teacher

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

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Wendover is seeking a Senior Assistant Teacher to join a specialist SEN school. You will support teaching delivery, lead classroom activities and step in to provide classroom cover when required.

The role focuses on pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs, demanding strong classroom management, leadership, and collaborative work with teachers and SENCOs.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a specialist SEN school or alternative provision.
• Strong understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Proven ability to lead classroom activities and deliver lessons.
• Experience providing classroom cover while maintaining expectations.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for classroom activities and support lesson delivery.
• Provide classroom cover when required.
• Support pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs.
• Liaise with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, structured and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience in specialist SEN education

Classroom management

Behaviour management

Leadership in classroom

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Assistant Teacher in Wendover

£475-£500 PER WEEK | FULL-TIME | EXPERIENCED CANDIDATES

Location: Wendover, Buckinghamshire

Salary: £475-£500 per week

Contract: Full-Time | Monday-Friday

Setting: Specialist SEN School

Ready to Take Your Education Career to the Next Level?

Are you an experienced education professional looking for an exciting opportunity to take on greater responsibility within a specialist SEN school?

Do you have the confidence to lead classroom activities, support teaching staff and step in to provide classroom cover when required?

We are looking for a confident, proactive and highly experienced Senior Assistant Teacher to join a specialist SEN school in Wendover.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone in Wendover with a strong background in SEN education who can demonstrate outstanding classroom management, leadership and behaviour management skills.

The Senior Assistant Teacher Role in Wendover

As a Senior Assistant Teacher, you will play an important part in the day-to-day running of the classroom, supporting teaching delivery and ensuring pupils receive the highest standard of education and care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking responsibility for classroom activities and supporting lesson delivery.
• Providing classroom cover when required, maintaining structure and continuity.
• Supporting pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Liaising with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Maintaining a safe, structured and engaging learning environment.

Who Are We Looking For?

This is a senior-level opportunity, and we are particularly interested in candidates with substantial experience working within specialist education.

The ideal Senior Assistant Teacher will have:

• Significant previous experience working within a specialist SEN school or alternative provision.
• A strong understanding of autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Experience leading classroom activities and supporting lesson delivery.
• Previous classroom cover experience, including maintaining classroom expectations in a teacher's absence.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• A calm, resilient and adaptable approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.

What's in It for You?

• £475-£500 per week.
• Full-time, Monday-Friday position.
• Senior-level responsibilities within a specialist SEN school.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your leadership experience.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference.

Ready to Step Up?

If you're an experienced education professional who can confidently support classroom delivery, manage behaviour, guide other staff and provide classroom cover when required, we'd love to hear from you.

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