Teaching Assistant

Shenley Brook End School; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 19,809 - 27,254; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Career progression / CPD

Job summary

Shenley Brook End School in Milton Keynes seeks two Teaching Assistants to start ASAP on a permanent basis. You will work under the SENCo to support students with Special Educational Needs, in lessons and via 1-1 interventions. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term time plus training days, Monday–Friday 8.15am–3.15pm with a half-hour unpaid break.

Experience with young people or SEN is preferred; ASD/ADHD experience is advantageous. Apprenticeship Level 4 or 5 may be pursued after appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people and/or understanding of special needs.
• Proficient IT user with accuracy and efficiency.
• Excellent communication to inform, coach and advise others.
• Willingness to undertake apprenticeship at levels 4 or 5 if appointed.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN in lessons and deliver 1-1 interventions.
• Work under the SENCo supervision to assist learning and wellbeing.
• Contribute to a positive learning environment for pupils.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and communication across tasks.

Skills

Experience with young people

Understanding of special needs

Proficient IT user

Excellent communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Teaching Assistant x2

To commence ASAP

Permanent

Salary: Grade 4 £25,988 - £27,254 p.a pro rata, £19,809 - £20,774 p.a actual

32.5 hours per week, term time plus training days (39 weeks per year)

Monday - Friday 8.15am - 3.15pm with a half hour unpaid break

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant who will work under the direct supervision of the SENCo to support students with Special Educational Needs. Your role will include being with students in lessons and delivering intervention on a 1-1 basis. You must enjoy the challenge of working with young people and want to make a difference to their wellbeing and education.

Ideally, you will have previous experience of working with young people and/or an understanding of special needs. Experience of supporting children with ASD/ADHD would be advantageous. We welcome applicants interested in entering teaching who would like to gain experience before applying for teacher training.

• Experience of working with young people and/or an understanding of special needs
• Be a proficient IT user with the ability to work efficiently with a high degree of accuracy
• Have excellent communication skills that allows you to inform, coach and advise others
• Want to make a difference to the children in our care

We are interested in receiving applications from applicants willing to complete apprenticeship level 4 or 5 if appointed.

The schools within the 5 Dimensions Trust are consistently ranked amongst the highest-achieving schools in Milton Keynes. We are on a mission to make our Trust the very best place to work and study.

Employee wellbeing is a priority for 5 Dimensions Trust and we recognise that happy employees perform better and live happier and healthier lives. Professional development is of a high quality; colleagues engage in a range of CPD from in-house coaching to National Professional Qualifications. All staff identify a 5-year career pathway supporting them to grow and be the best version of themselves. Our pension scheme is generous, as is our incremental pay progression. If you would like a tour of the school prior to applying, please contact the school on 01908 520264.

Closing Date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026

Interview date: TBC

The Trust reserves the right to close the application process at any stage should we receive sufficient applications.

5 Dimensions Trust is an equal opportunities employer.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

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Website: www.5dimensionstrust.com