September SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Milton Keynes

Aspire People; Milton Keynes; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Milton Keynes starting September 2025. In this rewarding role, you'll support students with various special educational needs in a nurturing environment, employing your strong behaviour management skills to help them thrive. Ideal candidates will possess experience in education or care, demonstrating empathy and a proactive approach. Join a committed team and make a significant impact in the lives of young people from day one.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children or young people with SEN in an educational or care setting.
• Strong behaviour management skills.
• Compassionate and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism and ADHD.
• Work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities.
• Build positive, supportive relationships with students.

Skills

Behaviour management

Empathy

Resilience

Education

CACHE/NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Supportive SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Milton Keynes - Start September 2025
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Milton Keynes
Rate: £90-£110 per day (depending on experience)
Hours: Term time only

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs? We're working with a dedicated SEN school in Milton Keynes who are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a background in either education or care who is ready to bring energy, empathy, and strong behaviour management skills to a specialist setting.

This role is ideal for candidates who:
* Have hands-on experience supporting individuals with SEN
* Want to work in a nurturing, specialist school environment
* Are confident managing a variety of behavioural needs
* Are ready to take on a rewarding role that goes beyond the classroom

Key Responsibilities:
* Support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and social-emotional needs
* Work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities and resources
* Build positive, supportive relationships with students
* Maintain a calm, structured learning environment to help all pupils thrive

Key Requirements:
* Proven experience working with children or young people with SEN - either in an educational or care setting
* A proactive, resilient, and compassionate approach
* Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
* A CACHE/NVQ Level 2 (or higher) in Supporting Teaching and Learning is desirable but not essential

If you're looking for a fulfilling role where you can have a real impact from day one, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, send your CV or contact our education recruitment team on 0330 221 1226 for more details.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expect all candidates to share this commitment. Placements are subject to Child Protection screening, including DBS and employment history checks.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.