Supply Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London, Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Supply Teaching Assistant to support children with special educational needs in a rewarding educational environment. This flexible role offers day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities, allowing you to make a significant impact on students' lives. You will collaborate with teachers and support staff, ensuring that every child's learning needs are met while fostering a caring and energetic atmosphere. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference and have the right qualifications, this could be the perfect opportunity to kick-start your career in education.

Benefits

Flexible work

Potential for permanent placements

Dedicated consultant support

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Willingness to support pupils with personal care if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers to meet diverse student needs.
• Provide 1:1 support and ensure children's well-being.

Skills

Caring approach

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Support for special educational needs

Education

Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above)

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Supply Teaching Assistant - Milton Keynes - Education and Training

Are you a Teaching Assistant or Nursery Practitioner looking for a more flexible role?

Maybe you're a care worker or a family member with experience supporting individuals with special educational needs, medical needs, or physical disabilities? This job might be for you!

Academics Ltd is currently working with fantastic SEN schools across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes that cater to children with a wide range of educational and social needs. These schools are dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through high standards of teaching and learning.

The Role:

As a Supply Teaching Assistant, you will:

1. Work alongside class teachers and support staff to meet the diverse needs of students.
2. Support the classroom as a whole and provide 1:1 support when needed.
3. Be the first point of contact for children in your care, ensuring their well-being and learning needs are met.
4. Liaise with teaching staff and parents/guardians to ensure the best outcomes for each pupil.

Benefits:

1. Flexible work - Day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available.
2. Potential for permanent placements.
3. A rewarding role in a specialist educational environment.
4. Dedicated consultant to support your job search.
5. Competitive daily rate: £90 - £100 per day.

Role Requirements:

1. Personal or professional experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
2. A caring, energetic, and enthusiastic approach.
3. Ability to work as part of a team alongside teaching and support staff.
4. Willingness to support pupils with personal care, if necessary.
5. A passion for supporting children with special educational needs.

What You'll Need:

1. An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).
2. Right to work in the UK.
3. A Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above preferred).

If you are passionate about SEN and want to kick-start your career as a SEND Learning Support Assistant, apply today or send your CV to be considered for this role.