Senior Teaching Assistant – Specialist Interventions (SEN)

South Buckinghamshire; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Pension with Life Cover

Employee discounts

24/7 EAP

Flu vaccination

Job summary

Booker Park Primary Special School in Aylesbury is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team. You will deliver specialist interventions, lead classes in the teacher's absence, and support pupils and staff across the curriculum.

The role requires expertise in interventions such as SCERTS and sensory strategies, and a commitment to safeguarding. Terms include 37 hours weekly, term-time operation, and a Bucks Pay salary with progression considerations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Specialist knowledge in one or more intervention areas.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist interventions and support pupils with a range of needs.
• Lead whole-class sessions when required.
• Support pupils, teachers, the curriculum, and the wider school community.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold school policies including Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety.
• Represent the school positively within the community.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
• Develop expertise in areas such as SCERTS, Intensive Interaction, Team Teach, SALT, OT strategies, and sensory impairments.
• Stay up to date with school communications and contribute to the school's development.

Skills

Experience with additional needs

Specialist knowledge in interventions

Independent and team worker

Strong communication

Job description

Booker Park Primary Special School in Aylesbury is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to join a supportive team. You will deliver specialist interventions, lead classes in the teacher's absence, and support pupils and staff across the curriculum.

The role requires expertise in interventions such as SCERTS and sensory strategies, and a commitment to safeguarding. Terms include 37 hours weekly, term-time operation, and a Bucks Pay salary with progression considerations.