Supply Teaching Assistant

ACADEMICS; Aylesbury; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized education recruitment firm seeks a passionate SEN Supply Teaching Assistant in Aylesbury. The role involves supporting children with special educational needs in various educational settings. Candidates should have experience, patience, and a genuine passion for assisting young people. Flexible work options and competitive daily rates of £90 - £100 are offered.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Opportunity to gain experience in specialist education

Ongoing support from dedicated consultants

Qualifications

• Experience with special educational needs, care, or early years.
• Must have enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' academic and emotional development.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to meet learning plans.
• Build strong relationships to ensure pupils feel supported.
• Adapt approach for various needs including communication difficulties.

Skills

Experience in SEN

Calm and patient personality

Adaptability

Willingness to support challenging behaviour

Effective communication

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - SEN Schools - Aylesbury-Supply Teaching Assistant- High Wycombe

Flexible, rewarding work in specialist education settings

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, care worker, or have personal experience supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or medical/physical needs-this could be the perfect role for you.

Academics Ltd is working closely with a number of exceptional SEN schools across Aylesbury and Buckinghamshire. These schools provide tailored education and care to pupils with a wide range of additional needs, including ASD, SEMH, PMLD, and complex medical conditions.

The Role: SEN Supply Teaching Assistant

As a Supply TA in an SEN setting, you will:

• Work collaboratively with teachers and therapists to support pupils' academic and emotional development
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to meet individual learning plans and behaviour goals
• Build strong, nurturing relationships to ensure pupils feel safe, supported, and empowered
• Adapt your approach to suit a variety of needs - communication difficulties, sensory processing, or mobility issues
• Communicate effectively with school staff and parents/carers to help track progress and celebrate achievements

What We Offer:

• Flexible work - choose when and where you work (day-to-day, short or long-term roles available)
• The chance to gain or expand your experience in specialist education
• Opportunity to work in some of the most supportive and inclusive SEN schools in the area
• Potential for long-term or permanent roles
• Daily rate of £90 - £100
• Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant at Academics Ltd

Who We're Looking For:

• Individuals with experience in SEN, care, or early years
• Calm, patient, and adaptable personalities
• Willingness to support pupils with challenging behaviour or complex needs
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply for one)
• A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs

If you're ready to take on a fulfilling, flexible role where no two days are the same - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the Academics Aylesbury team to find out more.