Teaching Assistant

Dimensions (UK) Ltd.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenley Brook End School in Milton Keynes is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs under the SENCo. You will be with students during lessons and deliver 1-1 interventions to help wellbeing and education.

Ideal candidates will have experience with young people and an understanding of special needs; ASD/ADHD experience is advantageous. Aiming to gain experience before teacher training is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people.
• Understanding of special needs (ASD/ADHD advantageous).
• Interested in entering teacher training.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN in lessons and deliver 1-1 interventions.
• Work under the direct supervision of the SENCo.
• Assist in delivering interventions and supporting classroom activities.

Skills

Experience with young people

Proficient IT user

Excellent communication

Job description

Teaching Assistant at Shenley Brook End School

New

New

• Job Reference #: EDV/2026/SBES/34427
• Location: Walbank Grove, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 7ZT
• Contract Type: Permanent/Term Time Only
• Contract Term: Full-Time
• Salary: Grade 4 £26,847- £28,153 p.a pro rata, £20,464 - £21,459 p.a actual
• Closing Date: 9:00am, Tue 13th Oct, 2026
• Positions Available: 1

About this Role

5 Dimensions Trust is currently advertising for the following exciting permanent opportunities to start at Shenley Brook End School

Teaching Assistant

To commence ASAP

Permanent

Salary: Grade 4 £26,847- £28,153 p.a pro rata, £20,464 - £21,459 p.a actual

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

Working Hours: 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.

The ideal candidate will:

• 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 allow 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 details

• Closing Date: Tuesday 13th October 2026
• Interview date: TBC

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

Additional Information

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.

Contact Details:

• Tel: [phone]
• Email: [email address]

Website: www.5dimensionstrust.com

CEO: Mr Tony Nelson

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.

The ideal candidate will:

• 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

The schools within the 5 Dimensions Trust is 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.

5 Dimensions Trust is currently advertising for the following exciting permanent opportunities to start at Shenley Brook End School

Teaching Assistant

To commence ASAP

Permanent

Salary: Grade 4 £26,847- £28,153 p.a pro rata, £20,464 - £21,459 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